Estela (en. Stela)

/esˈtela/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A stone or monument with an inscription, often used as a memorial for deceased people.
They erected a stela in memory of their parents.
Ipinagpatayo sila ng estela bilang pag-alala sa kanilang mga magulang.
An art form that emphasizes heroes or historical events.
The stela in the center of the plaza represents the heroes who fought for freedom.
Ang estela sa gitna ng plaza ay kumakatawan sa mga bayaning nakipaglaban para sa kalayaan.
A symbol or mark of recognition for a special person or event.
They established the stela as a symbol of their success in the competition.
Pinanindigan nila ang estela bilang simbolo ng kanilang tagumpay sa kompetisyon.

Common Phrases and Expressions

stela of success
A memory or symbol of success achieved.
estela ng tagumpay

Related Words

inscription
The written message on a stela or monument.
inskripsiyon
remembrance
An object or event that emphasizes past occurrences.
alaala

Slang Meanings

third or helper in the family
Estela is the only hope I have for my homework.
Estela na lang ang pag-asa ko sa mga homework ko.
a person who loves to express opinions about others
Those are the estela types who comment on social media.
Mga estela yung mga nagkokomento sa social media.