Aldaba (en. Door knocker)
al-da-ba
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A device used on a door to draw the attention of people inside.
She installed a new door knocker on her door.
Naglagay siya ng bagong aldaba sa kanyang pinto.
Typically made of metal, it is used for knocking on the door.
The door knocker has a beautiful design that fits the house.
Ang aldaba ay may magandang disenyo na akma sa kabahayan.
A symbol of entry or greeting in a home.
The door knocker serves as the first sign of a visitor.
Ang aldaba ay nagsisilbing unang tanda ng bisita.
Etymology
Spanish: aldaba
Common Phrases and Expressions
Knock of the door knocker
The act of knocking with the door knocker.
Tuktok ng aldaba
Related Words
door
An entrance in a building, usually secured with a door knocker.
pinto
visitor
A person who arrives at a home to talk or meet.
bisita
Slang Meanings
door
I'll knock on the door first before I ring the bell.
Saka na kita kakawag sa aldaba, katok muna ako sa pinto.
doorbell
You can use the doorbell to get in.
Puwede mong gamitin ang bisina na aldaba para makapasok.
one who knocks
You need to knock before opening the door.
Kailangang tumaga bago buksan ang aldaba.