Kabra (en. Branch)

/kaˈbra/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A branch or part of a tree or plant.
He climbed the branch of the tree to catch a bird.
Umakyat siya sa kabra ng puno upang manghuli ng ibon.
A type of noise created by a tool with branches.
The branches of the lantern illuminate the dark part of the street.
Ang kabra ng lanterna ay nagbibigay liwanag sa madilim na bahagi ng kalsada.
The part of an animal's body similar to an arm that extends when reaching.
His branch was stretched out as he handed over food.
Nakaunat ang kanyang kabra habang siya ay nag-aabot ng pagkain.

Etymology

The word 'kabra' originates from the root word 'brazo' which means branch or arm in Spanish.

Common Phrases and Expressions

branch of a tree
Sapling of a tree
kabra ng puno

Related Words

branch
A part of a tree that extends from its main body.
sanga

Slang Meanings

fast running or running without a care
She just jumped into a run without a care when the car almost hit her.
Bumaba na lang siya sa kabra nang mabangga ang sasakyan.
to have the guts or to be determined to do something
Come on, let's take the plunge for our dream vacation!
Sige na, kabra na tayo sa dream vacation natin!
to gamble or take a risk on something uncertain
We're going to take a gamble on the business, even though we're not sure.
Magkakabra na kami sa negosyo, kahit di kami sigurado.