Usage Note
Hinebra is the Tagalog adaptation of 'Ginebra', the iconic Filipino gin brand (Ginebra San Miguel). The word is so closely tied to this brand that in many contexts it functions as a generic term for gin itself. It is also the name of a beloved Manila basketball team, Barangay Ginebra, adding a strong cultural layer to the word.
Examples
" Bumili siya ng hinebra. "
Natural Translation
He bought gin.
Literal Translation
Bought he of gin.
" Ang hinebra ang sikat na inumin sa mga handaan sa Pilipinas. "
Natural Translation
Gin is a popular drink at parties in the Philippines.
Literal Translation
The gin the popular drink at-the parties in Philippines.
" Tuwing Pasko, hindi mawawala ang hinebra sa mesa ng mga lalaki habang nag-uusap sila tungkol sa basketbol. "
Natural Translation
Every Christmas, gin is never absent from the men's table while they chat about basketball.
Literal Translation
Every Christmas, not will-disappear the gin from-the table of-the men while talking they about basketball.
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