Sota (en. Sota)

/ˈsota/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of card in the card game.
In poker, having a sota is important.
Sa larong poker, mahalaga ang pagkakaroon ng sota.
The term for a figurine displayed as a symbol of victory.
He displayed the sota as a symbol of his victory.
Ipinakita niya ang sota bilang simbolo ng kanyang tagumpay.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'sota' meaning 'captured' or 'defined'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

king/queen of the heart
A person who is significant and special in one's life.
sota ng puso

Related Words

card
A set of cards used in various games.
baraha
game
An activity typically involving held objects.
laro

Slang Meanings

Really happy or excited about a situation.
I was so happy at the concert, felt like we're in a sota!
Ang saya ko talaga sa concert, felt like we're in a sota!
Having fun with friends or peers.
Come over later, we're having a sota at my house again!
Sama kayo mamaya, may sota na naman sa bahay!
A life filled with joy and fun.
Even though life is hard, as long as there's sota, I'm good!
Kahit mahirap ang buhay, basta't may sota, okay na ako!