Kubyertos (en. Cutlery)

koo-by-ertos

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Utensils used for eating, such as spoon, fork, and knife.
Utensils should always be clean before use.
Dapat palaging malinis ang mga kubyertos bago gamitin.
Set of utensils that come with other tableware.
They received new cutlery as a wedding gift.
Mayroon silang mga bagong kubyertos na ibinigay sa kasal.

Etymology

Originating from the Spanish 'cubiertos'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Prepare cutlery
Set up the utensils for meals.
Maghanda ng kubyertos
Clean the cutlery
Ensure the utensils are clean.
Linisin ang kubyertos

Related Words

spoon
A utensil used for eating or scooping soft or liquid food.
kutsara
fork
Utensil with prongs used for picking up or cutting food.
tinidor
knife
Utensil with a blade used for cutting food.
kutsilyo

Slang Meanings

Spoon and fork
Cutlery and utensils are practically the same, right?
Pareho lang naman ang gamit ng kubyertos at utensils, di ba?
Girl's cutlery (referring to lighter or fancier versions)
You don’t really need girl’s cutlery if you're with someone.
Hindi mo naman kailangan ng kubyertos na pambabae kung may kasama ka.
A mix of eating utensils
There are so many cutlery on the table, it's like a party!
Dami nang kubyertos sa mesa, parang gusto mag-party!