Sheer in Tagalog

“Sheer” in Tagalog can be translated as “manipis”, “purong”, “tulos”, or “lubos” depending on the context. This English word describes something very thin and transparent, pure and complete, or extremely steep. Let’s explore the different meanings and uses of this versatile term below.

[Words] = Sheer

[Definition]:

• Sheer /ʃɪr/
• Adjective 1: Very thin, light, and almost transparent, typically used for fabric.
• Adjective 2: Nothing other than; complete or pure.
• Adjective 3: Extremely steep or vertical, such as a cliff face.
• Verb: To change course suddenly or swerve.
• Adverb: Straight up or down; perpendicularly.

[Synonyms] = Manipis, Purong, Tulos, Lubos, Ganap, Payat na tela, Patayo, Biglaan

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: She wore a sheer white curtain fabric that allowed sunlight to filter through beautifully.
• Ex1_PH: Siya ay gumamit ng manipis na puting tela ng kurtina na nagpapahintulot sa sikat ng araw na pumasok nang maganda.
• Ex2_EN: The mountain climbers faced a sheer cliff that rose vertically for hundreds of feet.
• Ex2_PH: Ang mga manlalakbay sa bundok ay humarap sa isang tuwid na bangin na tumataas nang patayo sa daan-daang talampakan.
• Ex3_EN: Her success was due to sheer determination and countless hours of hard work.
• Ex3_PH: Ang kanyang tagumpay ay dahil sa purong determinasyon at walang hanggang oras ng masigasig na paggawa.
• Ex4_EN: The dress was made of sheer silk material that felt delicate and elegant.
• Ex4_PH: Ang damit ay gawa sa manipis na sutlang tela na pakiramdam ay pino at elegante.
• Ex5_EN: It was sheer luck that we found the lost keys in the parking lot.
• Ex5_PH: Ito ay purong suwerte na nahanap namin ang nawalang susi sa paradahan.