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    Bilas (en. Brother-in-law/sister-in-law)

    bee-lahs

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A person related to someone through marriage.
    He is my brother-in-law so we often meet.
    Siya ang bilas ko kaya madalas kaming nagkikita.
    A relative or in-law of the spouse who is not part of the immediate family.
    Her brother-in-law is a great mechanic.
    Ang bilas niya ay isang mahusay na mekaniko.
    Sometimes used to refer to the extended family of the spouse.
    The in-laws came to our gathering.
    Dumating ang mga bilas sa aming salo-salo.

    Etymology

    Derived from the word 'bila' meaning 'sibling of a spouse'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Brother/sister-in-law
    Refers to the brother/sister of a spouse.
    Bilas ng asawa
    As an in-law
    Expressing relationship as part of the spouse's family.
    Bilang bilas

    Related Words

    in-law
    The parent's of one's spouse.
    biyenan
    spouse
    A mate or partner in marriage.
    asawa

    Slang Meanings

    A super close friend or childhood buddy.
    No matter what happens, you're still by my side, just like a bilas.
    Kahit anong mangyari, nandiyan ka parin sa tabi ko, parang bilas lang.
    Like a sibling considered as family.
    Of course, I'll help you, you're my bilas!
    Siyempre, tutulungan kita, bilas kita!
    A companion in adventures or a gang.
    Join us later, bilas!
    Sama ka mamaya, bilas!