pilak
pílak with stress marks
silver
Usage Note
Pilak refers to silver and is commonly used when discussing jewelry, medals, or the metallic color. While the English word 'silver' is frequently used in informal conversation, pilak remains the standard term in formal contexts and can poetically signify wealth or money.
Examples
" Gawa sa pilak ang singsing. "
Natural Translation
The ring is made of silver.
Literal Translation
Made of silver the ring.
" Kuminang ang pilak sa ilalim ng ilaw. "
Natural Translation
The silver shone under the light.
Literal Translation
Shined the silver under the light.
" Minana niya sa kanyang lola ang kuwintas na pilak na sinusuot niya tuwing may mahalagang okasyon. "
Natural Translation
She inherited from her grandmother the silver necklace that she wears whenever there is an important occasion.
Literal Translation
Inherited she from her grandmother the necklace that silver that wears she whenever there-is important occasion.
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