Galos (en. Ring)

gah-los

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of circular ornament worn on the finger.
She wears her ring on her right hand.
Suot niya ang kanyang galos sa kanyang kanang kamay.
A symbol of engagement or marriage.
That ring is a symbol of their love.
Ang galos na iyon ay simbolo ng kanilang pag-ibig.
A long piece of metal shaped into a circle.
Gold rings are more valuable.
Ang mga galos na gawa sa ginto ay mas mahalaga.

Etymology

from Latin 'gallus' meaning 'ring'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

wedding ring
Ring symbolizing marriage.
galos ng kasal
worn ring
A ring worn on a finger.
suot na galos

Related Words

wedding ring
A special ring given at marriage.
singsing na pangkasal
sharp ring
A ring that has a sharp part.
patalim

Slang Meanings

response to any challenge or problem
You can do it! It's just a bruise, keep fighting!
Kaya mo yan! Galos lang yan, laban lang!
wounds caused by fighting or running
I have a lot of bruises on my arm from last night because I got hit in soccer.
Marami akong galos sa braso galing kagabi, kasi tinamaan ako sa soccer.