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    Sirena (en. Siren)

    /siˈɾena/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A mythological creature with a body of a fish and a human.
    In the legend, the siren sings to lure sailors.
    Sa alamat, ang sirena ay umaawit upang akitin ang mga mandaragat.
    A sound used to give a warning or alert.
    I heard the ambulance siren from afar.
    Narinig ko ang sirena ng ambulansya mula sa malayo.

    Etymology

    From the Greek word 'syren', referring to a mythological creature.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Sea siren
    A description for mysterious beings beneath the water.
    Sirena ng dagat

    Related Words

    nagad
    A local term used for siren in some regions.
    nagad

    Slang Meanings

    A beautiful or attractive woman likened to a mermaid
    That newcomer looks like a mermaid, she's so beautiful!
    Ang bagong dating na yan, parang sirena, ang ganda!
    A woman who is into rich men
    She’s the type of mermaid who always has a wealthy boyfriend.
    Siya yung tipo ng sirena na palaging may boyfriend na mayaman.
    In the midst of trouble or a complicated relationship
    There you go again, caught up in a mess.
    Ikaw naman, nasa sirena ka na naman ng problema.