Simbal (en. Mask)

/sim-bal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A piece of material used to cover a person's face.

He wore a mask to hide his identity at the festival.

Nagsuot siya ng simbalt upang itago ang kanyang pagkakakilanlan sa piyesta.

Can be used as decoration in ceremonies or occasions.

Masks are used in traditional celebrations in the community.

Ang mga simbalt ay ginagamit sa mga tradisyonal na pagdiriwang sa barangay.

A symbol of unity or diversity in culture.

Each mask has its own meaning in various cultures.

Ang bawat simbalt ay may kani-kaniyang kahulugan sa iba't ibang kultura.

Pure Tagalog

mask of culture

Symbol or representation of a culture of a group.

simbal ng kultura

mask of history

A symbol that has a connection to past events or ideas.

simbal ng kasaysayan

mask

A term used synonymously with simbal, often larger and more decorative.

maskara

art

The creation of symbols or forms using any material.

sining

quick action or sudden decision

He just went for it, didn't think much.

Simbal na lang ang ginawa niya, hindi na nag-isip masyado.

rejection or being overly straightforward

He just bluntly said it, like he really didn’t want to.

Simbal lang ang sinabi niya, parang ayaw na ayaw niya.

organizing things without considering other opinions

His style is also very singular, he doesn't care what others say.

Simbal din kasi ang style niya, walang pakialam sa sabihin ng iba.