Marmol (en. Marble)

mar-mol

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of metamorphic rock used in various products.
Marble is often used in statues and countertops.
Ang marmol ay madalas gamitin sa mga estatwa at countertop.
A stone with a glossy surface and often has various colors and patterns.
Marbles have a glossy quality that is appreciated in art.
Ang mga marmol ay mayroong makintab na katangian na pinahahalagahan sa sining.
Marble used as decoration in buildings and homes.
He placed marble on the floor of the new house.
Naglagay siya ng marmol sa sahig ng bagong bahay.

Etymology

from the Spanish word 'mármol'

Common Phrases and Expressions

marble mud
A type of decorative material that can have a marble texture.
putik ng marmol

Related Words

granite
A type of igneous rock that is harder than marble.
granito
onyx
An expensive stone with colorful stripes, often used in jewelry.
oniks

Slang Meanings

Cool person or tough
Juan's ways are so solid, he's really like marble!
Sobrang solid ng mga gawi ni Juan, parang marmol talaga!
Strong or hard to break
Don't worry, as long as I'm with you, I'm like marble, I won't be shaken!
‘Wag kang mag-alala, basta kasama kita, parang marmol, hindi ako matitinag!
Colorful or full of experiences
Maria's life is like marble, full of variations!
Yung buhay ni Maria, parang marmol, puno ng mga variation!