kosmetiko
kosmetíko with stress marks
cosmetic
Usage Note
Kosmetiko functions as both an adjective and a noun referring to beauty products. With the popularity of Korean beauty products and local cosmetic brands, the term has become increasingly common among younger Filipinos, especially in beauty and lifestyle content online.
Examples
" Mahal ang kosmetiko na ito. "
Natural Translation
This cosmetic is expensive.
Literal Translation
Expensive the cosmetic that this.
" Nagbenta siya ng iba't ibang kosmetiko sa palengke. "
Natural Translation
He/She sold various cosmetics at the market.
Literal Translation
Sold he/she of various cosmetics at-the market.
" Bago bumili ng bagong kosmetiko, mas mabuting suriin muna ang mga sangkap nito upang maiwasan ang pangangati ng balat. "
Natural Translation
Before buying a new cosmetic, it's better to first check its ingredients in order to avoid skin irritation.
Literal Translation
Before buy of new cosmetic, more good to-examine first the ingredients its in-order-to be-avoided the itching of skin.
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