Mestisa (en. Mestiza)

/mɛsˈtisa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A woman of mixed race, often of European and native Filipino descent.
The mestiza is known for her beautiful skin and features.
Ang mestisa ay kilala sa kanyang magandang balat at mga katangian.
A term often used to describe women mixed with different races.
Many mestizas become models in the beauty industry.
Maraming mestisa ang nagiging modelo sa industriya ng kagandahan.

Etymology

From Spanish 'mestizo' meaning child of a white and a native.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Town mestiza
A term or title for known mestizas in society.
Mestisa ng bayan

Related Words

mestizo
A male of mixed race, usually of European and native Filipino descent.
mestizo

Slang Meanings

Girl with mestizo vibes.
This mestisa is so beautiful, she's like a celebrity!
Ang ganda ng mestisa na 'to, parang artista!
Sharp features or fair-skinned, sexy!
You really notice a mestisa, their beauty is rare!
Mapansin talaga pag mestisa, rare ang ganda!