Salwal (en. Sari)

sal-wal

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A type of traditional women's garment in the provinces of Bicol.

Her salwal is made of colorful fabric.

Ang kanyang salwal ay gawa sa makulay na tela.

A type of loose and light clothing, typically worn at gatherings.

She wore a salwal to her friend's wedding.

Nagsuot siya ng salwal sa kasalan ng kanyang kaibigan.

Commonly referred to as casual wear typical for women.

She wore a comfortable salwal while cleaning.

Isang komportableng salwal ang kanyang suot habang naglilinis.

From the Bikol language, referring to a specific type of attire.

I am wearing a salwal

I am wearing a salwal.

Naka-salwal ako

baro't saya

A traditional outfit composed of a blouse and skirt typically worn by women in the Philippines.

baro't saya

Talking in a meme-like or teasing manner.

Oh no, Mark is salwal again, he's always making jokes.

Naku, salwal na naman si Mark, lagi na lang siyang may banat sa mga jokes.

Doing funny antics or jokes.

My friends just keep salwal-ing, they never stop teasing.

Yung mga kaibigan ko, salwal lang ng salwal, walang sawang pang-aasar.

To impress or show off in front of friends.

He salwal-ed in front of everyone to become the center of attention.

Nag-salwal siya sa harap ng lahat para maging center of attention.