Tulay (en. Bridge)

tu-lay

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A structure used to cross a body of water or barrier.
The bridge was built for vehicles and pedestrians.
Ang tulay ay ginawang para sa mga sasakyan at tao.
A symbolic structure that connects two places or ideas.
The bridge of friendship is important in our society.
Ang tulay ng pagkakaibigan ay mahalaga sa ating lipunan.
A path that stretches from one side of a barrier to the other.
We need a bridge to make it easier for us to cross the river.
Kailangan natin ng tulay upang madali tayong makatawid sa ilog.

Etymology

Spanish: 'puente'

Common Phrases and Expressions

bridge of love
A symbol of connection and love.
tulay ng pag-ibig
build the bridge
To provide a solution or connection to a problem.
itayo ang tulay

Related Words

crossing
A place or structure where one can cross.
tawiran
pathway
A street or path traversed by people or vehicles.
daanan

Slang Meanings

poke
You know that bridge? Just poke it so you don't have to sit on the street.
Alam mo yung tulay? Sundutin mo na lang para hindi ka maupo sa kalsada.
carry on
Oh, bridge! Let's all carry on for the next fight.
Hala, tulay! Taguyod tayong lahat para sa susunod na laban.
dodging
On the bridge, you need to be quick, so don't do the dodging!
Sa tulay, kailangan mong maging mabilis, kaya don't do the dodging!