Pildoras (en. Pills)

pil-doh-ras

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Small piece of medicine typically taken as a remedy for pain or illness.
He took a pill for his headache.
Uminom siya ng pildoras para sa kanyang headache.
A form of medication in solid form that is usually swallowed.
There are various types of pills available at the pharmacy.
Mayroong iba't ibang uri ng pildoras na nabibili sa botika.
Treatment contained in a pill that may contain various active ingredients.
This pill helps suppress coughing.
Ang pildoras na ito ay nakakatulong sa pagsugpo ng ubo.

Etymology

Spanish origin

Common Phrases and Expressions

Bring the pills
Advised to bring the necessary medications to take.
Dalhin ang pildoras

Related Words

medicine
Substance or product used to heal or treat sickness.
gamot
tablet
A form of pill that is usually larger and has a specific dosage.
tableta

Slang Meanings

Pills or medication that are readily available.
Hey, do you have any pills around? I need something to help me sleep!
Uy, meron ka bang pildoras d'yan? Kailangan ko ng pampatulog!
A quick fix for a problem or situation.
Come on, let's just settle this with a quick fix to end this mess.
Sige na, pildoras na lang para matapos na itong gulo.
Something that boosts one's confidence.
Did you have a little something to boost your confidence before going to the interview?
Kumain ka na ba ng pildoras bago ka pumunta sa interview?