Pares (en. Pairs)
pa-res
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A group consisting of two people or things that are alike.
The pair of shoes is by the door.
Ang pares na sapatos ay nasa tabi ng pintuan.
Things that naturally go together or are joint.
She gave a pair of gold earrings.
Nagbigay siya ng pares ng gintong hikaw.
Two people or things that have a particular relationship with each other.
They are a pair of childhood friends.
Sila ay isang pares ng magkaibigan mula pagkabata.
Etymology
Spanish
Common Phrases and Expressions
pair of eyes
Due to the natural matching of human eyes.
pares ng mata
pair of hands
A natural organization of hands.
pares ng kamay
Related Words
group
A larger number of people or things brought together.
grupo
twins
Two people born at the same time and share similar traits.
kambal
Slang Meanings
Pair or partner in something or with someone.
They are the perfect pair for this project.
Sila na nga ang perfect pares para sa project na 'to.
Partner, especially in relationships.
She has a new partner, they look so sweet together.
May bago na siyang pares, parang ang sweet-sweet nila.
Used in contests or games that have a partner system.
We need a pair for the dance competition.
Kailangan natin ng pares para sa dance competition.