Eskuwala (en. School)

ɛs.kwɑ.lɑ

Synonyms

A social way of seeking attention or showing off wealth.

His/eskuwala at the party was off the charts; everyone was looking.

Sobrang eskuwala niya sa party, ang daming tao ang nagtinginan.

Wearing expensive clothes or accessories to gain the sympathy of others.

For his date, he went eskuwala with a new watch and shoes.

Para sa date niya, nag-eskuwala siya ng bagong relo at sapatos.

Trying to show that everything is okay despite the actual situation.

Sometimes, his eskuwala feels like a mask—it’s not real.

Minsan, ang eskuwala niya ay parang maskara—hindi totoo.