Pomada (en. Ointment)

/poˈma.da/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of remedy often used on the skin.
He used ointment to relieve the itching on his skin.
Gumamit siya ng pomada upang maibsan ang pangangati sa kanyang balat.
A cosmetic product used to keep the skin smooth and moisturized.
This ointment helps keep my lips moisturized.
Ang pomada na ito ay nakakatulong sa pagpapanatili ng kahalumigmigan ng aking mga labi.
A soft substance used for treatment or beautification.
The ointment is effective in healing wounds.
Ang pomada ay epektibo sa pagpapagaling ng mga sugat.

Etymology

Spanish: pomada, derived from Latin pomatum

Common Phrases and Expressions

ointment on the skin
it refers to the topical cream used on the skin to treat conditions or injuries.
pomada sa balat

Related Words

topical cream
A type of product used to relieve pain or itching.
pampahid
liniment
A liquid medicine used for muscular aches and pains.
liniment

Slang Meanings

Hair stiffener
I use pomade to keep my hair from getting messy.
Gumagamit ako ng pomada para hindi mabuhaghag ang buhok ko.
Tool for breaking or removing slick styles
When I used pomade, my hairstyle seemed unmatched.
Nang gumamit ako ng pomada, tila parang walang kapantay yung style ng buhok ko.
Stiff looking hair
Sorry if my hair looks stiff, I'm using pomade.
Pasensya na kung matigas tingnan buhok ko, pomada kasi gamit ko.