Sandalyasan (en. Stool)
san-da-lyá-san
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of seat without a backrest generally used in simple settings.
He sat on the stool while waiting for his friend.
Umupo siya sa sandalyasan habang naghihintay ng kanyang kaibigan.
A seat that is often made of wood or metal and is shorter than a standard chair.
The stools in the café are lightweight and easy to move.
Ang mga sandalyasan sa café ay magaan at madaling ilipat.
A seat often used at dining tables or bars.
I want a stool for my home bar.
Gusto ko ng sandalyasan para sa aking bar sa bahay.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'sandalya' which means chair or seat.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Sit on the stool.
Take a seat on the stool.
Umupo ka sa sandalyasan.
Related Words
chair
A type of seat with a backrest commonly used in homes.
sandalya
barstool
An adjective for a stool that is taller and typically used at bars.
barstool
Slang Meanings
A type of sandal that you can bring anywhere, super comfy.
Those sandals of yours are so chill to wear, it feels like you're not even wearing shoes!
Sobrang chill gamitin 'yang mga sandalyasan mo, parang di ka nakasapatos!
Also, they're usually cheap, just fit and buy!
Hey, I even brought my sandals, I bought them for just 50 pesos.
Uy, dala ko pa nga 'yung sandalyasan ko, bili lang na 50 pesos.
Sandals that look decent but are affordable.
Did you see her sandals? They look expensive, but they cost less than 200!
Nakita mo 'yung sandalyasan niya? Akala mo mahal, pero wala pang 200!