Oro (en. Gold)

/ˈo.ro/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A precious metal used for making jewelry and other items.
The ring is made of pure gold.
Ang singsing ay gawa sa purong oro.
A symbol of wealth or prestige.
Having gold is a sign of prosperity.
Ang pagkakaroon ng oro ay tanda ng kasaganaan.
A yellow and shiny color, referring to the color of gold.
The color of her dress is like gold.
Ang kulay ng kanyang damit ay parang oro.

Etymology

From the Spanish 'oro', which means gold.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to acquire gold
To achieve wealth or success.
nagkakaroon ng oro

Related Words

goldsmith
An artisan who makes items made of gold.
goldsmith
golden
Referring to something that is related to gold or made of gold.
gintong

Slang Meanings

gold (as a term for something valuable or high-quality)
This was made by my squad, pure gold, that's why it's appealing.
Gawa ng tropa ko 'to, puro oro kaya kaaya-aya.
to brag or show off (in a context of boasting about something great)
Don't be so showy, that's not even true!
Huwag kang oro, hindi naman totoo 'yan!
a high standard of living or luxury
Here in the city, people's lifestyles are all about luxury.
Dito sa siyudad, puro oro ang lifestyle ng mga tao.