Goma (en. Rubber)

/ˈgoma/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A material made from the sap of plants or made from chemicals.
Rubber is used in the production of vehicle tires.
Ang goma ay ginagamit sa paggawa ng mga gulong ng sasakyan.
A small piece of rubber used as a writing instrument or to erase ink.
I need an eraser to correct my mistake.
Kailangan ko ng goma para burahin ang aking pagkakamali.
Type of rubber used in various industries, such as electrical and automotive.
The rubber in the cable is necessary to prevent damage.
Ang goma sa kable ay kailangan upang maiwasan ang pagkasira.

Etymology

Spanish word 'goma'

Common Phrases and Expressions

eraser rubber
A common tool in school or office used to erase writing.
goma ng eraser

Related Words

tire
A piece of rubber commonly used in vehicles.
gulong

Slang Meanings

A person who is idle or has nothing to do, like procrastinating.
I just stayed at home, I was just goma all day.
Dito lang ako sa bahay, nag-goma lang ako buong araw.
Lying or fooling around, often used when someone is being insincere.
Don't goma me, I know you're not being real.
Huwag ka nang mag-goma sa akin, alam kong hindi ka totoo.
Wasting time or dilly-dallying.
That's worthless, you're just gomaing around.
Walang kwenta 'yan, gumagoma ka lang.