Silasila (en. Lineage)

si-la-si-la

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A series of ancestors that make up a family or clan.
The lineage is important for understanding our history.
Mahalaga ang silasila sa pag-alam ng ating kasaysayan.
Referring to the traits of related individuals within a family.
The genealogy of esteemed individuals should be proud.
Ang silasila ng mga kagalang-galang na tao ay dapat ipagmalaki.
The systematic study of races and bloodlines.
In genealogy, we can understand our culture and traditions.
Sa silasila, mauunawaan natin ang ating kultura at tradisyon.

Etymology

From Tagalog, referring to a lineage or genealogy.

Common Phrases and Expressions

family lineage
The record of ancestors and current generations of a family.
silasila ng pamilya

Related Words

history
The study of events from the past.
kasaysayan
genealogy
A science that focuses on the study of the origins and relationships of people.
genealogiya

Slang Meanings

Always there for each other.
No matter what happens, we'll always see each other, we're silasila!
Kahit anong mangyari, kita-kita tayo lagi, silasila tayo!
Shared history or experiences.
The memories we had back in the village are the silasila of our youth.
Ang mga alaala namin noon sa barangay, silasila ng ating kabataan.