Istampa (en. Stamp)

is-tam-pə

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of object used to imprint a mark or symbol on a surface.
The stamp of the seal was placed on the letter to send it.
Ang istampa ng selyo ay inilagay sa liham upang maipadala ito.
An image or design created through printing.
The stamp of the Mona Lisa is available in many stores.
Ang istampa ng Mona Lisa ay mabibili sa maraming tindahan.
A process of creating copies of an image or text using a stamp.
In sculpture, the stamp is used to capture the correct details.
Sa pag-iskultura, ginagamit ang istampa upang makuha ang tamang detalye.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'estampa', meaning 'imprint' or 'image'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

stamp the name
Apply a name mark using a stamp.
istampa ang pangalan
used stamp
A stamp that has been used or applied.
ginamit na istampa

Related Words

seal
A piece of paper with adhesive on the back used as an identification.
selyo
printing
The system of creating documents and images from an original copy.
imprenta

Slang Meanings

to be cool or to keep up with trends
Your style is really istampa, you’re so cool, man!
Ayos talaga 'yang istampa mo, ang cool mo, men!
to look presentable or neat
Come on, get istampa so you look good for the party!
Sige na, istampa ka na para maganda ka sa party!
to say things to match or fit in
You should istampa what you’re wearing to be appropriate for the event!
Dapat istampa mo 'yung sinusuot mo para bagay sa event!