Mason (en. Mason)
/ˈmeɪsən/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A worker specializing in constructing structures from bricks, stones, or concrete.
The mason is working to build the wall of the new house.
Ang mason ay nagtatrabaho upang buuin ang pader ng bagong bahay.
A person who is a member of an organization known as Masonry, with ceremonies and symbolism.
My father is a mason and teaches me the principles of this organization.
Ang aking ama ay isang mason at nagtuturo sa akin ng mga prinsipyo ng samahang ito.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'mānsio', meaning 'house'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
brick mason
A mason specialized in using bricks.
mason sa ladrilyo
Related Words
cement
A material used for binding bricks or stones.
simento
stone
A natural material commonly used in masonry.
bato
Slang Meanings
asking for a favor or help
Dude, be a mason, I seem to need help with this project.
Pare, mason ka naman, mukhang may kailangan akong tulong sa project na 'to.
a generous person
Alex is really kind, he's such a mason to his classmates.
Ang bait ni Alex, talagang mason siya sa mga kaklase niya.
a person who often borrows money
Mark is always a mason, he never has money.
Si Mark, lagi na lang mason, wala talagang pera.