Loro (en. Parrot)

ˈlɔ.ro

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A bird known for its vocalizations or singing, usually with colorful feathers.
The parrot is often regarded as a favorite pet among people.
Ang loro ay madalas na itinuturing na paboritong alaga ng mga tao.
Any type of bird from the family Psittacidae.
Parrots can communicate with their owners.
Ang mga loro ay may kakayahang makipag-usap sa kanilang mga may-ari.
This is sold in pet shops or as companion animals.
You can find parakeets in pet stores.
Makakakita ka ng loro sa mga tindahan ng alagang hayop.

Etymology

Spanish: loro, from Arabic: #غُرَاب# (ghurab)

Common Phrases and Expressions

Chatty parrot
A person who often talks and tells stories.
Nag-uusap na loro

Related Words

beak
The pointed part of a parrot's head used for eating.
tuka
color
The bright and vibrant colors that parrots often have.
kulay

Slang Meanings

Crazy or insane
I'm alone here, my story is crazy!
Nag-iisa na lang ako dito, ang loro ng kwento ko!
Jokester or someone who loves to joke
Mark is the jokester in the group, always has a new joke.
Si Mark ang loro sa grupo, laging may bagong joke.
Annoying or bothersome
My sibling is so annoying, can't stay still!
Ang loro ng kapatid ko, hindi mapakali!