Pilar (en. Pillar)

pee-lar

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A structural support typically used for buildings.
The wall requires a strong pillar to maintain stability.
Ang pader ay kinakailangan ng matibay na pilar upang mapanatili ang katatagan.
An object or person that serves as support or foundation in a system or idea.
He is the pillar of our community through his projects for those in need.
Siya ang pilar ng aming komunidad sa kanyang mga proyekto para sa mga nangangailangan.
An important element that contributes to the whole of a system.
Education is a pillar of development in society.
Ang edukasyon ay isang pilar ng pag-unlad sa lipunan.

Etymology

Spanish

Common Phrases and Expressions

pillar of the community
A person or object that provides support or serves as a foundation in a community.
pilar ng komunidad
pillars of society
The main elements or aspects required to build a society.
mga pilar ng lipunan

Related Words

structure
An organized system or form made up of parts.
estruktura
foundation
The basis or groundwork of an idea or project.
batayan

Slang Meanings

Goddess or princess in a group.
She's the pillar of the group; everyone listens to her.
Siya ang pilar ng barkada, lahat nakikinig sa kanya.
A person who relies on or has faith in others.
Sometimes, I feel like a pillar in our relationship, always hoping.
Minsan, parang pilar lang ako sa relasyon natin, palaging umaasa.
Like 'in' or popular among people.
Your dress is beautiful, sis! You're like the pillar of fashion here.
Ang ganda ng dress mo, sis! Para kang pilar ng fashion dito.