Abitsuwelas (en. Sleeve)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of clothing that encases the body, covering the arm.
The sleeves of her dress seem too long.
Ang abitsuwelas ng kanyang damit ay tila masyadong mahaba.
Sometimes used as a symbol of resilience or perseverance.
I saw his sleeves stiffened for his fight.
Nakita ko ang kanyang abitsuwelas na pinatigas para sa kanyang laban.
May refer to a style of clothing with a peculiar design.
The sleeves of her blouse are embroidered.
Ang abitsuwelas ng kanyang blouse ay may mga burda.

Common Phrases and Expressions

turn up the sleeves
shows bravery in the face of challenges.
itagilid ang abitsuwelas

Related Words

blouse
A type of clothing worn on the upper body.
blusa
t-shirt
A simple type of shirt that is sleeveless or short-sleeved.
tshirt

Slang Meanings

The price is cheap or it's worthless.
Oh, that's just abitsuwelas, you don't need to think about it.
Naku, abitsuwelas lang 'yan, hindi mo na kailangan pang pag-isipan.
It's a random or vague answer.
Of course, his answer to my question was just abitsuwelas.
Siyempre, abitsuwelas lang ang sagot niya sa tanong ko.