Kristal (en. Crystal)

/kristal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of solid material that has a clear or translucent appearance.
The ice crystal is very beautiful under the sunlight.
Ang kristal ng yelo ay napakaganda sa ilalim ng sikat ng araw.
A mineral with a regular structure composed of atoms or molecules.
Quartz crystals are commonly found in mountains.
Ang mga kristal na kuwarts ay karaniwang matatagpuan sa mga bundok.
A transparent material used in jewelry.
Her ring has a large crystal in the center.
Ang kanyang singsing ay may malaking kristal sa gitna.

Etymology

From Latin 'crystallus' meaning 'ice'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

crystal clear
something that is very clear and free from dirt or obstruction.
kristal na malinaw

Related Words

crystalline
Referring to crystals or having a crystalline structure.
kristalina

Slang Meanings

Super clear or pure, like ice.
Wow, the water here at the beach is like crystal.
Grabe, parang kristal ang tubig dito sa beach.
A type of eye or feature that looks beautiful.
Her eyes are so beautiful, like a bundle of crystals.
Ang ganda ng kanyang mga mata, parang baong kristal.
Something that sparkles or shines brightly.
Her jewelry really sparkles like crystal.
Yung mga alahas niya talagang kristal sa kislap.