Alambrera (en. Wire mesh)

a-la-mbre-ra

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of fabric or material made from intertwined pieces of wire.
The wire mesh is used in construction to protect areas.
Ang alambrera ay ginagamit sa konstruksyon upang gawing proteksyon ang mga lugar.
Material commonly used in animal cages or to protect crops.
The animals cannot escape from the cage because of the wire mesh.
Ang mga hayop ay hindi makakalabas sa kulungan dahil sa malambrera.
A tool that displays designs on walls used in exhibitions.
The wire mesh helped in showcasing the artworks at the exhibition.
Ang alambrera ay nakatulong sa pagpapakita ng mga likha ng sining sa eksibisyon.

Etymology

from the Spanish word 'alambrera' meaning 'wire mesh' or 'wire net'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

wire mesh with wire
a type of wire mesh enhanced with stronger wire for greater security.
alambrera na may kawad

Related Words

wire
A thin piece of metal that can be bent or shaped into various forms.
kawire
cage
A structure or room used to hold animals or people.
kulungan

Slang Meanings

Under a lot of debt or rolling problems.
His life is like a wire fence, so many problems!
Parang alambrera ang buhay niya, ang daming problema!
Off her rocker or crazy.
Don't talk to her anymore, she's really acting like a wire fence.
Wag mo na siyang kausapin, parang alambrera na talaga siya.
In a heavy situation or under a lot of pressure.
Wow, there's so much to do, I feel like a wire fence!
Grabe, ang daming kailangang gawin, parang alambrera na ako!