lagari
lagarì with stress marks
carpenter's saw
Usage Note
Lagari refers to the hand saw used by carpenters and woodworkers. It is a staple tool in Filipino construction and craftsmanship. The word is also used in compound forms and derived verbs such as maglagari (to saw) in practical everyday speech.
Examples
" Hiniram ko ang lagari. "
Natural Translation
I borrowed the saw.
Literal Translation
Borrowed I the saw.
" Ginamit niya ang lagari. "
Natural Translation
He used the saw.
Literal Translation
Used he the saw.
" Mas maganda kung matalas ang lagari bago mo simulan ang paghati sa makakapal na tabla. "
Natural Translation
It's better if the saw is sharp before you start cutting the thick boards.
Literal Translation
More good if sharp the saw before you start the cutting of thick boards.
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