Dulas (en. Slipperiness)

/duˈlas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The state of being slippery or hard to grip.
Due to the rain, the road became slippery.
Dahil sa ulan, nagkaroon ng dulas ang kalsada.
A characteristic of a surface that causes easy sliding.
We need to be careful about the slipperiness of the floor.
Kailangan nating mag-ingat sa dulas ng sahig.
The quality of not being grippable or tactile.
The slipperiness of the oil is noticeable in the market.
Ang dulas ng langis ay kapansin-pansin sa palengke.

Etymology

Tagalog word

Common Phrases and Expressions

be careful of slipperiness
You need to be careful to avoid accidents due to slippery surfaces.
maging maingat sa dulas

Related Words

slippery
A behavior related to food or conversation that often causes slipperiness.
hahayang

Slang Meanings

Super good or skilled at something.
Wow, that new player is so slick at basketball!
Grabe, ang dulas ng bagong player na 'yan sa basketball!
Quickness or agility in movement.
Your hands are so slick while dancing, you look so fun to watch!
Dulas talaga ng mga hands mo sa pagsayaw, ang saya mo tignan!
Lying or manipulation.
What he said is too slick, it seems like he's hiding something.
Masyadong dulas ang sinabi niya, parang may tinatago.