Tsinelasan (en. Slippers)

tsi-ne-la-san

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of footwear commonly used indoors.
He placed his slippers in front of the door.
Inilapag niya ang kanyang tsinelasan sa harap ng pintuan.
Footwear that is easy to put on and take off.
Slippers are more comfortable during moments at home.
Mas komportable ang tsinelasan sa mga sandaling nasa bahay.

Etymology

Origin from the word 'tsinela' which refers to a type of footwear.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the slippers broke
The meaning is to announce that something is broken or no longer usable.
nasira ang tsinelasan

Related Words

footwear
Collection of types of shoes worn on the feet.
panyapak
slippers
Commonly refers to casual home footwear without heels.
tsinelas

Slang Meanings

You've talked but no longer intend to talk again.
Oh no, I've already been tsinelasan by Mark, I won't joke with him again.
Nako, tsinelasan na kasi ako ni Mark, hindi ko na siya bibiruin ulit.
Just left it be, showing no much interest.
I’m just avoiding him, it’s like I've been tsinelasan.
Basta iniiwasan ko lang siya, parang tsinelasan na rin.