Canvas in Tagalog

Canvas in Tagalog is “Lona” or “Kanbas” – a durable, heavy-duty fabric commonly used for painting, tents, and bags. This versatile material has deep roots in Filipino craftsmanship and art. Let’s explore its meanings, synonyms, and how Filipinos use this word in everyday conversation.

[Words] = Canvas

[Definition]:

• Canvas /ˈkænvəs/
• Noun 1: A strong, heavy cloth used for making tents, sails, bags, and as a surface for oil painting.
• Noun 2: A piece of canvas prepared for painting on.
• Noun 3: A painting done on canvas.
• Verb: To cover or line with canvas.

[Synonyms] = Lona, Kanbas, Loneta, Tela, Kambas

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The artist stretched a fresh canvas across the wooden frame before starting her masterpiece.
• Ex1_PH: Ang artista ay nag-unat ng sariwang lona sa kahoy na balangkas bago simulan ang kanyang obra maestra.
• Ex2_EN: We bought a sturdy canvas bag for our camping trip to the mountains.
• Ex2_PH: Bumili kami ng matibay na kanbasna bag para sa aming camping trip sa bundok.
• Ex3_EN: The museum displayed several famous canvases from the 19th century.
• Ex3_PH: Ang museo ay nagpakita ng ilang sikat na lona mula sa ika-19 na siglo.
• Ex4_EN: She prefers to paint on canvas rather than paper because it lasts longer.
• Ex4_PH: Mas gusto niyang magpinta sa kanbas kaysa papel dahil mas matagal ito.
• Ex5_EN: The sailors repaired the torn canvas sail before continuing their voyage.
• Ex5_PH: Kinumpuni ng mga mandaragat ang punit na lona ng layag bago ipagpatuloy ang kanilang paglalayag.