Hilo (en. Thread)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A smooth, long fiber usually made of silk, cotton, or synthetic material.
She used a thread to sew her dress.
Gumamit siya ng hilo sa pananahi ng kanyang damit.
A type of thread used for stitching or designing details on fabrics or other materials.
The thread comes in various colors and thicknesses depending on its use.
Ang hilo ay may iba't ibang kulay at kapal depende sa gamit nito.

Common Phrases and Expressions

thread of life
The connection or relationship of people to events in their lives.
hilo ng buhay

Related Words

sewing
The process of using thread and needle to join pieces of fabric.
pananahi
needle
A small tool used along with thread for sewing.
karayom

Slang Meanings

Feeling dizzy or lightheaded
Wow, I feel so dizzy after that ride!
Grabe, parang hilo ako after ng ride na 'yan!
Flattery or sweet talk
Don't get dizzy with that, it's just all sweet talk!
Huwag kang hilo dito, puro bola lang 'yan!
Losing focus
I'm getting dizzy from what you're saying, I don’t get it anymore.
Hilo na ako sa mga sinasabi mo, hindi ko na gets.