Ispada (en. Sword)
is-pa-da
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A sharp weapon typically with a long blade and handle.
Use the sword to defend yourself.
Gamitin mo ang ispada upang ipagtanggol ang iyong sarili.
A symbol of power or authority.
The sword is often used as a symbol of the king.
Ang ispada ay kadalasang ginagamit bilang simbolo ng hari.
A type of weapon with a hand-held grip used in battles.
Many warriors learned to wield a sword from childhood.
Maraming mga mandirigma ang natutong humawak ng ispada mula pagkabata.
Etymology
Spanish 'espada'
Common Phrases and Expressions
Holding the sword
Having power or control.
Hawak ang ispada
Related Words
tabak
A type of weapon similar in form to a sword.
tabak
armas
In general, any sharp or heavy object used in combat.
armas
Slang Meanings
Resisting or fighting back
He made a plan to fight back against the boss's minions.
Gumawa siya ng plano para ispada sa mga utusan ng boss.
Going wild or becoming aggressive
Don't hang out with them when they start to get rowdy.
Huwag mo silang gawing kasama kapag nag-iispada na sila.
Stubborn
He always resists the teacher's orders.
Laging ispada 'yan sa mga utos ng guro.