Lamesa (en. Table)

la-mé-sa

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A piece of furniture that usually has a flat surface used for holding food or other items.
My mother cooked on the table in the kitchen.
Nagluto ang aking ina sa lamesa sa kusina.
A place where people gather to eat or converse.
The family gathered at the table for Christmas.
Nagtipon ang pamilya sa lamesa para sa Pasko.
A part of a conference or meeting where people are seated.
There are five tables in that meeting.
May limang lamesa sa pulong na iyon.

Etymology

It originates from the Spanish word 'mesa'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dining table
A table set up for meals.
lamesa ng pagkain
work table
A table used for tasks or work.
lamesa ng trabaho

Related Words

chair
A piece of furniture with a seat that can be used along with a table.
silya
coffee table
A table located in the center of a room, often used for decoration or holding items.
mesa de centro

Slang Meanings

Table used for dining or work.
Come on, let's eat at the table at the back of the house.
Tara, kumain tayo sa lamesa sa likod ng bahay.
Space used for meetings or bonding.
We use the table for our study group.
Ginagamit namin ang lamesa para sa aming mga study group.
Favorite spot of the gang.
This table is where the whole crew hangs out!
Dito sa lamesang ito kumpleto ang tropa!