Mano (en. Hand)
mah-no
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of the body used for holding and doing.
Use your hand to hold the glass.
Gumamit ka ng iyong mano upang hawakan ang baso.
A unit of measurement for height, equivalent to the width of a hand.
The tree's height is more than three hands.
Ang taas ng puno ay mahigit tatlong mano.
Etymology
Originating from the Spanish word 'mano' meaning 'hand'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
hand-kiss
A form of respect done by touching the hand to the hand of an elder or a person in authority.
pagmano
hand please
A gesture of respect to elders.
mano po
Related Words
hand
A part of the body similar to 'mano', also used for holding.
kamay
Slang Meanings
hand
What kind of hand is that, it’s like metal?
Ano bang kamay yan, parang bakal?
like that
You're so good, that's how it should be!
Ang galing mo, ang ganyan dapat!
how to do this
Alright, how to do this next time?
Sige lang, paano ba yan sa susunod?