Loom in Tagalog

“Loom” in Tagalog can be translated as “Panghabi” or “Telaran” (the weaving device), or as the verb “Lumitaw” (to appear). This versatile English word carries different meanings depending on context—from the traditional weaving tool to the action of emerging or appearing ominously. Let’s explore the complete breakdown of this term and how it’s used in Filipino contexts.

[Words] = Loom

[Definition]:

• Loom /luːm/
• Noun: A device or apparatus for weaving fabric by interlacing threads or yarns at right angles.
• Verb 1: To appear as a large, often frightening or unclear shape or form.
• Verb 2: To seem about to happen (especially something unwelcome or unpleasant).

[Synonyms] = Panghabi, Telaran, Lumitaw, Umusbong, Sumubong, Magpakita

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The weaver sat at the loom, carefully threading the colorful yarns to create a traditional pattern.
• Ex1_PH: Ang manghahabi ay umupo sa panghabi, maingat na nagsusulsi ng makulay na sinulid upang lumikha ng tradisyonal na disenyo.
• Ex2_EN: Dark clouds began to loom over the mountains, signaling an approaching storm.
• Ex2_PH: Ang maitim na ulap ay nagsimulang lumitaw sa ibabaw ng mga bundok, na nagpapahiwatig ng paparating na bagyo.
• Ex3_EN: The deadline for the project continued to loom over the team, causing stress and anxiety.
• Ex3_PH: Ang takdang petsa ng proyekto ay patuloy na sumubong sa koponan, na nagdudulot ng stress at pagkabalisa.
• Ex4_EN: She learned to use the traditional loom from her grandmother who had been weaving for decades.
• Ex4_PH: Natutuhan niyang gamitin ang tradisyonal na telaran mula sa kanyang lola na naghahabi na sa loob ng mga dekada.
• Ex5_EN: A mysterious figure began to loom in the fog, making everyone uneasy.
• Ex5_PH: Ang isang misteryosong pigura ay nagsimulang umusbong sa ulap, na nag-udyok ng takot sa lahat.