Oleo (en. Oil)
/oʊ.li.oʊ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of liquid used in cooking or preserving food.
Oil is essential in our cooked dishes.
Ang langis ay mahalaga sa ating mga lutong pagkain.
Oil used for health or cosmetic products.
Oleo is often used in lotions and bath soaps.
Madalas gamitin ang oléo sa mga lotion at sabong pampaligo.
A type of condiment derived from seeds or fruits.
The olive oleo is nutritious.
Ang oléo mula sa olibo ay masustansiya.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'oleum' meaning 'oil'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
olive oil
Oil coming from the olives used in cooking and health.
oleo mula sa olibo
coconut oil
Oil extracted from coconuts, used in Filipino cooking.
oleo ng niyog
Related Words
coconut oil
A type of oil derived from coconuts known for its nutritional value.
langis ng niyog
olive oil
Oil known for its health benefits and cooking uses.
langis ng olibo
Slang Meanings
Lacking attention or unfocused
Dude, you're so oleo in class, you should study!
Dude, sobrang oleo mo naman sa klase, mag-aral ka na nga!
Lazy or unmotivated
Oh no, he's oleo again, can't he just get fired up?
Naku, oleo na naman siya, di ba siya puwedeng magpasiklab?
Teasing someone for not taking action
Wow, your friend is so oleo, always talking but never doing anything!
Hala, oleo ang friend mo, lagi na lang nag-uusap tapos wala namang ginagawa!