Sombra (en. Shadow)

ˈsɔm.brə

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place that is not hit by light.
We drank soda under the shade of the tree.
Uminom kami ng soda sa ilalim ng sombra ng puno.
The figure or shape created by an object blocking light.
The shadow of that person will be long at that time of the afternoon.
Ang sombra ng taong iyon ay mahahaba sa takdang oras ng hapon.
A symbol of fear or hidden danger.
He had a shadow on his face when he heard the news.
May sombra siya sa kanyang mukha nang malaman ang balita.

Etymology

Spanish

Common Phrases and Expressions

under the shade
in the shade or protection
sa ilalim ng sombra
shadow of fear
feeling of fear or dread
sombra ng takot

Related Words

flare
A rapid ignition or explosion of light or emotion.
siklab
light
The state of being bright or visible.
liwanag

Slang Meanings

Classmate or companion who is always there for you.
She's my shadow in class, we're always together.
Siya yung sombra ko sa klase, lagi kaming magkasama.
A person without their own opinion or personality, always following someone else.
Basically, he's just their shadow, always trailing behind.
Kumbaga, siya na lang ang sombra nila, laging nakasunod.