Coral (en. Koral)

ˈkɔːrəl

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of marine animal that forms coral reefs.
Corals are vital for the marine ecosystem.
Ang mga koral ay mahalaga para sa ekosistema ng dagat.
The hard shell or skeleton of corals used for decoration or jewelry.
She bought a necklace made of corals.
Binili niya ang isang kuwintas na gawa sa mga koral.
A color derived from corals, typically a shade of red.
Her outfit is coral colored.
Ang kanyang suot ay may kulay na koral.

Etymology

From the Latin 'corallium', meaning 'coral'

Common Phrases and Expressions

coral reef
An ecosystem composed of living corals.
coral reef

Related Words

coral mass
The totality of corals that form a coral reef.
koral na masa

Slang Meanings

fabulous or beautiful
Wow, that dress is so coral! You look like a superstar!
Grabe ang ganda ng dress na yan, ang coral! Mukha kang superstar!
bright red or vivid
Your coral lipstick really matches your dress color!
Ang coral na lipstick mo, bagay na bagay sa kulay ng damit mo!