Surface in Tagalog

“Surface” in Tagalog is “Ibabaw” – referring to the outer layer or top part of something. This versatile term appears frequently in everyday Filipino conversation, from describing table surfaces to discussing ocean surfaces. Let’s explore the various meanings and uses of this essential word below.

[Words] = Surface

[Definition]

• Surface /ˈsɜːrfɪs/
• Noun 1: The outside or top layer of something.
• Noun 2: The upper boundary of a body of water or land.
• Verb 1: To rise or come up to the surface, especially from water.
• Verb 2: To become known or apparent.

[Synonyms] = Ibabaw, Panlabas na bahagi, Itaas, Balat, Mukha

[Example]

• Ex1_EN: The surface of the table was smooth and polished.
• Ex1_PH: Ang ibabaw ng mesa ay makinis at kinintab.
• Ex2_EN: The submarine slowly rose to the surface of the ocean.
• Ex2_PH: Ang submarino ay dahan-dahang umakyat sa ibabaw ng dagat.
• Ex3_EN: Clean the surface thoroughly before applying paint.
• Ex3_PH: Linisin nang mabuti ang ibabaw bago maglagay ng pintura.
• Ex4_EN: New evidence began to surface during the investigation.
• Ex4_PH: Ang bagong ebidensya ay nagsimulang lumitaw sa panahon ng imbestigasyon.
• Ex5_EN: The whale breaks the surface to breathe air.
• Ex5_PH: Ang balyena ay sumisira sa ibabaw upang huminga ng hangin.