Tartaro (en. Tartar)
tahr-tah-roh
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A substance that forms on the surface of teeth and can cause decay.
We need better dental care to prevent tartar.
Kailangan natin ng mas mahusay na pangangalaga sa ngipin upang maiwasan ang tartaro.
A type of deposit formed from chemicals in the mouth.
Tartar can lead to dental health problems.
Ang tartaro ay maaaring maging sanhi ng mga problema sa kalusugan ng ngipin.
A mineral that contains potassium bitartrate, commonly used in cooking.
Tartar is used as a stabilizer in egg whites.
Ginagamit ang tartaro bilang pangpabilis sa pagbuo ng mga itlog.
Etymology
French word 'tartre' derived from Greek 'tartaron'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
tartar on teeth
The formation of tartar on the surface of teeth that causes problems.
tartaro sa ngipin
remove tartar
The process of cleaning teeth to remove tartar.
tanggalin ang tartaro
Related Words
dental health
The general condition of teeth and gums.
kalusugan ng ngipin
dental care
Activities and methods to maintain dental health.
pangalaga sa ngipin
Slang Meanings
rat or pest
That’s Tartaro, like a rat in the house. So annoying!
Yan si Tartaro, parang daga sa bahay. Sobrang annoying!
bully or harasser
Don’t hang out with Tartaro, he's a bully!
Ayaw mo nang makisama kay Tartaro, bully yun!
slacker or lazy person
That’s why I don’t like him, he’s like Tartaro, such a slacker!
Kaya ayaw ko sa kanya, parang Tartaro, buraot yun!