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    Dentadura (en. Dentures)

    den-ta-du-ra

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    An artificial set of teeth used to replace missing teeth.
    My grandmother needs a new denture because her old denture no longer fits.
    Kailangan ng aking lola ng bagong dentadura dahil hindi na magkasya ang kanyang dating dentadura.
    The condition or structure of the teeth in the mouth.
    A proper denture is important for effective chewing.
    Mahalaga ang maayos na dentadura para sa mahusay na pagnguya.
    A part of the tooth that can be made of porcelain, resin, or other materials.
    Her denture is made from high-quality materials.
    Ang kanyang dentadura ay ginawa mula sa mataas na kalidad na materyales.

    Etymology

    from the Spanish word 'dentadura'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    dental care
    The process of caring for and maintaining the cleanliness of teeth and dentures.
    pangangalaga sa dentadura
    to wear dentures
    To use or don artificial teeth.
    magsuot ng dentadura

    Related Words

    tooth
    The hard part of the mouth used for chewing food.
    ngipin
    orthodontics
    A specialty in dentistry focusing on the alignment of teeth and jaws.
    orthodontics

    Slang Meanings

    Jaw or mouth that doesn't look good
    Your smile is beautiful, but it looks like just a denture!
    Ang ganda ng smile mo, pero mukhang dentadura ka lang!
    Artificial teeth
    Your teeth look like dentures, they don't seem real anymore!
    Parang dentadura na ang ipin mo, parang hindi na totoo!