Tail in Tagalog

“Tail” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “buntot”, referring to the rear appendage of animals or the end part of something. This word is widely used in everyday Filipino conversation for both literal and figurative meanings.

Explore the various uses and contexts of “tail” in Tagalog below to enhance your understanding of this versatile word.

[Words] = Tail

[Definition]:

• Tail /teɪl/
• Noun 1: The rear part of an animal’s body, especially when extending beyond the rest of the body.
• Noun 2: The rear or end part of something, such as an aircraft or a line of people.
• Verb 1: To follow someone closely, especially in secret.
• Noun 3: The reverse side of a coin (opposite of heads).

[Synonyms] = Buntot, Puwit (informal/colloquial), Dulo (for end part), Hulihan (rear part)

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The dog wagged its tail happily when it saw its owner.
• Ex1_PH: Ang aso ay umikot ang kanyang buntot nang masaya nang makita niya ang kanyang may-ari.
• Ex2_EN: The kite’s tail helps it stay balanced in the wind.
• Ex2_PH: Ang buntot ng saranggola ay tumutulong dito na manatiling balansyado sa hangin.
• Ex3_EN: The detective decided to tail the suspect to gather more evidence.
• Ex3_PH: Ang detektib ay nagpasyang sundan ang suspek upang makapag-ipon ng higit pang ebidensya.
• Ex4_EN: We need to stand at the tail of the line and wait for our turn.
• Ex4_PH: Kailangan nating tumayo sa buntot ng linya at maghintay ng ating pagkakataon.
• Ex5_EN: The plane’s tail was painted with the airline’s logo.
• Ex5_PH: Ang buntot ng eroplano ay pinintahan ng logo ng airline.