Lamparilya (en. Lamp)

lam-pa-ri-lya

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of light derived from electricity or other sources.
The lamp is used to provide light in a dark room.
Ginagamit ang lamparilya upang magbigay ng liwanag sa madilim na silid.
An appliance used to provide bright light.
The lamp is essential in every home to make living more comfortable.
Ang lamparilya ay kinakailangan sa bawat bahay upang maging mas maginhawa ang pamumuhay.
A small light often used on tabletops or desks.
I bought a new lamp for my office.
Bumili ako ng bagong lamparilya para sa aking opisina.

Etymology

Spanish word: 'lampara'

Common Phrases and Expressions

The lamp flickered
A symbol of a new idea or knowledge emerging.
Kumislap ang lamparilya

Related Words

light
A more general term for light coming from various sources.
ilaw
moonlight
Light coming from the moon at night.
ilaw ng buwan

Slang Meanings

decorative light
Wow, your lamp is beautiful, perfect for Instagram!
Wow, ang ganda ng lamparilya mo, pang-Instagram!
small light
Even though it's small, that lamp is very bright.
Kahit maliit, malakas ang lamparilya na 'yan.
pride of collection
I collect lamps from different places.
Nag-collect ako ng mga lamparilya mula sa iba't ibang lugar.