metal
metál with stress marks
metal
Usage Note
Metal is the standard term for metallic materials used in everyday conversation, construction, and hardware. While Filipinos often use specific terms like "bakal" (iron/steel) for tools and structures, "metal" serves as the general category name.
Examples
" Yari sa metal ang kutsara. "
Natural Translation
The spoon is made of metal.
Literal Translation
Made of metal the spoon.
" Matigas ang materyales na metal. "
Natural Translation
Metal is a hard material.
Literal Translation
Hard the material that is metal.
" Ang mga gusaling itinayo mula sa metal at salamin ay mas matibay laban sa malalakas na bagyo at lindol. "
Natural Translation
Buildings constructed from metal and glass are more durable against strong typhoons and earthquakes.
Literal Translation
The buildings built from metal and glass are more durable against the strong that typhoons and earthquakes.
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