Brotsa (en. Brush)

/ˈbrɔtsa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A tool used for grooming hair or applying paint.
He uses a brush to paint his masterpiece.
Gumagamit siya ng brotsa upang ipinta ang kanyang obra maestra.
A type of tool with fine bristles, commonly used for cleaning or removing dirt.
The brush used for dusting is on the table.
Nasa ibabaw ng mesa ang brotsa na ginagamit sa paglilinis ng alikabok.
A left-handed tool used in various forms of art.
She brought different brushes for her painting.
Nagdala siya ng iba't ibang brotsa para sa kanyang pintura.

Etymology

Originated from the English word 'brush'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to brush
the activity of using a brush, especially in art.
mag-brotsa
tooth brush
a tool for cleaning teeth.
brotsa ng ngipin

Related Words

painting tool
The tool used for painting and creating art.
pangpinta

Slang Meanings

great or cool
You're so cool, dude! You're having so much fun!
Ang brotsa mo, pre! Ang saya-saya mo!
to show off
Don't show off like that, it's embarrassing!
Huwag mo nang i-brotsang ganyan, nakakahiya!
awesome trick or skill
Wow, your skills in basketball are awesome!
Grabe, ang brotsa mo sa basketball!