Hibla (en. Fiber)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A very thin thread or filament that makes up textile materials.
The fabric's fiber is made of cotton.
Ang hibla ng damit ay gawa sa koton.
A piece of material or anything that can be held and exposed.
A piece of fur was found on the floor.
May hibla ng balahibo na natagpuan sa sahig.
A part or portion of something that seems weak and easily broken.
The fiber of her mind seems to be filled with doubts.
Ang hibla ng kanyang isip ay tila napupuno ng pag-aalinlangan.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fiber of faith
A symbol of lack of vitality or fragility.
hibla ng pananampalataya

Related Words

fibrous
A term for a type of materials made from fibers.
hiblaan

Slang Meanings

a tiny piece or small part
I still have a thread of hope in his words.
May hibla ng pag-asa pa ako sa kanyang mga salita.
a small strand of hair or thread
I looked like a strand carrying my stuff down the street!
Nagmukha na akong hibla na dala-dala ang mga gamit ko sa daan!
related to kindness or love
It's like a thread that connects people in a community.
Parang hibla na nag-uugnay sa mga tao sa isang komunidad.