Obal (en. Container)

o-bal

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An item used to hold other items.
The container is full of fruits.
Ang obal ay puno ng mga prutas.
A receptacle or holder for food or drink.
We needed a container for our picnic.
Kinailangan namin ng obal para sa aming piknik.
A packaging element that serves as protection for products.
The container is important for the safe delivery of goods.
Ang obal ay mahalaga para sa ligtas na paghahatid ng mga kalakal.

Etymology

Spanish

Common Phrases and Expressions

full container
A container that is full.
puni ng obal

Related Words

storage
A place or method for keeping items.
imbakan

Slang Meanings

Tough-hearted or difficult to get along with.
He has so much drama, he's really obal.
Ang dami ng drama niya, parang obal talaga siya.
A term used for people who are too soft or sensitive.
Don't be so obal, just relax!
Huwag ka na masyadong maging obal, relax ka lang!
Feeling lonely or bored for someone or something.
I'm so obal for him, I just want to be with him.
Sobrang obal ako sa kanya, gusto ko na siyang makasama.