Kurtina (en. Curtain)

kur-ti-na

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A piece of fabric hung above a window or wall, used to block light or for privacy.
Maria sewed the curtain in her new room.
Ipinagtahi ni Maria ang kurtina sa kanyang bagong silid.
An additional decorative element in a home or office that enhances the overall appearance.
The curtain in the living room is blue, which beautifies the overall theme.
Ang kurtina sa sala ay kulay asul na nagpapaganda sa kabuuang tema.
A type of protection against sunlight or people from the outside.
The curtain is drawn to keep the sun out in the morning.
Naka-drawing ang kurtina upang hindi makapasok ang araw sa umaga.

Etymology

Word derived from the Spanish word 'cortina'

Common Phrases and Expressions

curtain of life
Symbolism of the hidden aspects of life.
kurtina ng buhay

Related Words

cover
A piece of fabric or material used to cover something.
tabing

Slang Meanings

Curtain as a style statement or part of a fashion statement.
Your outfit is like a curtain, looks like a celebrity!
Pang-kurtina ang suot mo, parang artista!
Curtain referring to something that can cover up or hide something.
Why do you seem to have a curtain over your plans? Like you don't want to show them!
Bakit parang may kurtina ka sa mga plano mo? Tipong ayaw ipakita!
Curtain as a metaphor for drama or overly flashy behavior.
There's so much drama in your act, just chill!
Ang daming kurtina ng drama mo, chill lang!