Patalim (en. Blade)
/pɑtɑˈlɪm/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A sharp object used for cutting.
He used a blade to cut the fruit.
Gumamit siya ng patalim upang magputol ng prutas.
Common name for any sharp instrument.
The blade is an important tool in the kitchen.
Ang patalim ay isang mahalagang kagamitan sa kusina.
Sharpness or characteristic of a thing with a sharp edge.
Before using the blade, make sure it is sharp.
Bago gamitin ang patalim, tiyakin na ito ay may talas.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'talim' meaning 'sharp.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
The blade has fallen
A phrase often used to refer to bringing bad luck or misfortune.
Nahulog ang patalim
Related Words
sharpness
The quality of being sharp.
talim
cutter
A tool used to cut things.
pamutol
Slang Meanings
Sharpness of mind
Your mind is so sharp, you think so fast!
Ang patalim ng utak niyo, ang bilis n’yong makaisip!
Might be painful or dangerous
You might get hurt with that blade, be careful!
Baka madisgrasya ka sa patalim na 'yan, ingat ka!
Sharpness in life
Life is like a blade, you always need to be careful.
Parang patalim ang buhay, kailangan laging mag-ingat.