Pilakan (en. Silver)

pi-la-kan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of metal that is white in color often used in making jewelry.
This ring is made of silver.
Ang singsing na ito ay gawa sa pilakan.
A metal element with the symbol 'Ag' in the periodic table.
Silver has high electrical conductivity.
Ang pilakan ay may mataas na conductivity sa kuryente.

Common Phrases and Expressions

silver coins
Coins made of silver.
mga pilakang barya
silver jewelry
Jewelry made from silver.
alahas na pilakan

Related Words

silver-like
Silver-like in color or material.
pilaks

Slang Meanings

Quick or easy lifting of something
My pilakan in carrying the groceries up to the apartment!
Ang pilakan ko sa pagdadala ng mga groceries sa taas ng apartment!
Doing something with little effort or ease
You can pilakan the exam if you studied!
Kaya kang ipilakan sa exam kung nag-aral ka!
Casual or effortless action, as if it’s natural
Your pilakan in dancing at the party earlier was just right.
Tama lang ang pilakan ng pagsasayaw mo sa party kanina.