Sandalian (en. Sandals)
/san-da-li-an/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of footwear for men or women that is open at the front and often made of synthetics or leather.
Wear sandals for the warm weather.
Magsuot ka ng sandalian para sa mainit na panahon.
Footwear used for informal occasions, often comfortable and light.
People prefer sandals at the beach.
Mas gusto ng mga tao ang sandalian sa beach.
A type of footwear that fits the foot and often has a strap or lace.
Her sandals have a beautiful design and color.
Ang kanyang sandalian ay may magandang disenyo at kulay.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'sanda' meaning 'sandal' with the suffix '-lian' indicating a type or category.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sandals under the sun
Sandals worn in warm weather.
sandalian sa ilalim ng araw
Related Words
sandal
A type of footwear commonly used for casual occasions.
sanda
slippers
A type of footwear often made of rubber or fabric, used indoors.
tsinelas
Slang Meanings
Slippers
Where are your slippers? It's so hot, it's driving me crazy!
Saan na yung sandalian mo? Ang init, nakakaloka!
Formal sandals
I bought new sandals for the wedding, I don’t want to look cheap.
Bumili ako ng bagong sandalian para sa kasal, ayaw ko magmukhang cheap.
Something to show off
I'm bored, I want to flex my new sandals to my friends.
Bored na ako, gusto ko mag-flex ng bagong sandalian sa friends ko.