Bariles (en. Gun)

/baˈɾi.lɛs/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of gun commonly used in battles or wars.
The soldiers carried guns on their missions.
Ang mga sundalo ay may dalang bariles sa kanilang mga misyon.
A common name for firearms.
The village is preparing for cultural events and does not allow guns.
Naghahanda ang barangay para sa mga kaganapang kultural at hindi pinapayagan ang bariles.

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish word 'baril', meaning gun or weapon.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mass gun
A gun used for broader trade or distribution.
baril ng masa
firing gun
A gun that cannot be stopped from firing.
nag-aalab na baril

Related Words

sport
An activity that uses guns during matches or tournaments.
palakasan

Slang Meanings

round object, usually used as a toy by children
Those barrels are just used for playing!
Yung mga bariles na iyan, ginagamit lang sa pagbatawan!
fun, full of playfulness
The party last night was so fun, we all enjoyed!
Sobrang bariles ng party kagabi, lahat kami nag-enjoy!
fast and chaotic
Wow, the cars are moving so fast and chaotically here!
Grabe, bariles ang takbo ng mga sasakyan dito!