Mesa (en. Table)

/ˈme.sa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A piece of furniture with a flat surface typically used for eating, working, or other activities.
They sat at the table to eat.
Umupo sila sa mesa para kumain.
A structure used to support tools or materials.
He placed his laptop on the table.
Inilagay niya ang kanyang laptop sa mesa.
Can refer to a place where people gather for a specific purpose.
We have a meeting at the dining table.
May meeting kami sa mesa ng pagkain.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'mesa' meaning 'table'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dining table
A table designated for eating or dining.
mesa ng pagkain
work desk
A table used for work or study.
mesa ng trabaho

Related Words

chair
A type of furniture that is a seat typically used with a table.
silya
dining area
A place or space where people eat, often with a table.
kainan

Slang Meanings

the table
This table is just as big as my chest!
Ang lamesa na ito, kasing laki lang ng dibdib ko!
meeting place
As long as there's a table, we will definitely meet!
Basta may mesa, siguradong magkikita kami!
beer pong table
Come on, let's set up the beer pong on the table!
Tara, mag-set up tayo ng beer pong sa mesa!