Perlita (en. Pearl)
per-li-ta
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A precious stone that is usually white, black, or pink, formed inside a mollusk.
The pearl is often used in jewelry.
Ang perlita ay madalas na ginagamit sa alahas.
Something precious or of high value.
Knowledge is a pearl that cannot be equaled by money.
Ang kaalaman ay perlita na hindi matutumbasan ng pera.
Etymology
Originating from the Hiligaynon language derived from 'pearl' in English.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Pearl of the East
A famous term for the Philippines as a beautiful country.
Perlita ng silangan
Related Words
pearls
A common term for pearls; it is also a type of noble stone.
perlas
Slang Meanings
High quality or very special.
Her talent is so perlita, it's like wow!
Sobrang perlita ng kanyang talento, parang wow!
Star or famous person.
Of course, the artists in that concert are perlita.
Siyempre, ang mga artist sa concert na yun ay mga perlita.