sugpong
sugpóng with stress marks
connection; juncture; joint
Usage Note
Sugpong is a native Tagalog word for a connection, junction, or joint — the point where two pieces meet or are joined. It is common in technical, construction, and carpentry contexts, and also appears figuratively to describe a link between ideas or groups.
Examples
" Matibay ang sugpong nito. "
Natural Translation
Its joint is strong.
Literal Translation
Strong the joint its.
" Matibay ang sugpong ng dalawang kahoy. "
Natural Translation
The connection of the two woods is strong.
Literal Translation
Strong the connection of two woods.
" Tiniyak ng karpintero na matibay ang sugpong ng mga tabla upang hindi gumuho ang itinatayong hagdan. "
Natural Translation
The carpenter made sure that the joint of the boards was strong so that the staircase being built would not collapse.
Literal Translation
Ensured by-the carpenter that strong the joint of the boards so-that not collapse the being-built stairs.
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