Dama (en. Lady)

/ˈda.mə/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A term referring to a woman or lady.
The lady of the hall represents the guests.
Ang dama ng bulwagan ay kumakatawan sa mga bisita.
A piece in the game of checkers commonly used in strategic games.
The lady is an important piece in chess.
Ang dama ay isang mahalagang piraso sa chess.

Etymology

Spanish word 'dama' meaning 'lady'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

queen of hearts
A woman who is significant or special in someone's life.
dama ng puso

Related Words

dame
A term used in English to refer to a woman of high status.
dame

Slang Meanings

Just the right or exact understanding of something.
Do you get the game of the ball? The teamwork is awesome!
Dama mo ba yung laban ng bola? Ang ganda ng teamwork!
A feeling that is somewhat obsessive or overly emotional.
She has so many feels for him, it's like she feels all the drama.
Ang dami ng feels sa kanya, para bang lahat ng drama, dama niya.
A unique feeling of joy or happiness.
Wow, I'm so happy! I really feel the joy today.
Grabe, sobrang saya! Dama ko talaga ang saya sa araw na ito.