From root: pilak
Usage Note
Pilakan describes objects that are coated or layered with silver. It is commonly used when referring to jewelry or high-quality utensils like pilakan na kutsara or silver-plated spoons.
Examples
" Pilakan ang singsing na ito. "
Natural Translation
This ring is silver-plated.
Literal Translation
Silver-plated the ring that this.
" Ito ay isang pilakang kutsara. "
Natural Translation
This is a silver-plated spoon.
Literal Translation
This is a silver-plated spoon.
" Mukhang mahal ang mga kubyertos na pilakan, ngunit kumukupas ang kulay nito kapag madalas hugasan ng mainit na tubig. "
Natural Translation
The silver-plated cutlery looks expensive, but its color fades when it is often washed with hot water.
Literal Translation
Looks expensive the cutlery that silver-plated, but fades the color of-it when often wash of hot water.
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