Tin in Tagalog

“Tin” in Tagalog translates to “Lata” (for the metal container) or “Estaño” (for the metal element). This common word appears in everyday Filipino conversations, especially when discussing food packaging, construction materials, or household items. Let’s explore the different meanings and uses of this versatile term below.

[Words] = Tin

[Definition]

• Tin /tɪn/
• Noun 1: A silvery-white metal, the chemical element of atomic number 50.
• Noun 2: An airtight container made of tinplate or aluminum for preserving food.
• Verb: To cover or coat with tin.

[Synonyms] = Lata, Estaño, Yero (tin sheet), Latang bakal, Hinalang metal

[Example]

• Ex1_EN: She opened a tin of sardines for breakfast this morning.
• Ex1_PH: Nagbukas siya ng lata ng sardinas para sa almusal ngayong umaga.
• Ex2_EN: The roof was made of corrugated tin sheets to protect against heavy rain.
• Ex2_PH: Ang bubong ay gawa sa kulubot na yero upang protektahan laban sa malakas na ulan.
• Ex3_EN: My grandmother stores her cookies in an old tin box.
• Ex3_PH: Ang aking lola ay nag-iimbak ng kanyang cookies sa isang lumang latang kahon.
• Ex4_EN: Tin is commonly used as a coating for steel cans.
• Ex4_PH: Ang estaño ay karaniwang ginagamit bilang patong sa mga bakal na lata.
• Ex5_EN: The workers are tinning the copper wires to prevent corrosion.
• Ex5_PH: Ang mga manggagawa ay naglalagay ng estaño sa mga kawad na tanso upang maiwasan ang kalawang.