Barandilya (en. Railing)
ba-ran-dil-ya
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of support or barrier usually made of wood or metal, used to protect people from falling.
There is a new railing on the staircase to make it safer.
May bagong barandilya sa hagdang-bahayan upang mas maging ligtas.
Sometimes it is used as decoration in houses or buildings.
The railing on the balcony has a beautiful design.
Ang barandilya sa balkonahe ay may magandang disenyo.
May contain artistic details or embellishments.
The railings in the old house have intricate wooden carvings.
Ang mga barandilya sa lumang bahay ay may mga ukit na gawa sa kahoy.
Etymology
Spanish word 'barandilla'
Common Phrases and Expressions
railing of life
A symbol of security and protection against the dangers of life.
barandilya ng buhay
beautiful railing
Refers to an attractive design or arrangement of a railing.
magandang barandilya
Related Words
stair
A structure used to ascend or descend, often with railings on the sides.
hagdan
balcony
A protruding part of a house or building where railings are commonly seen.
balkonahe
Slang Meanings
Just chill.
Let's just go with the flow, so there's no stress.
Barandilya na lang tayo, para walang stress.
Doesn't care at all.
He/she's just indifferent to everything you're saying.
Barandilya lang siya sa lahat ng sinasabi mo.