Filipino · Numbers & Time
oras
Hour; time
Beginnernoun
Definition
An hour, or time in general, from the Spanish horas.
Example
Isang oras akong nag-aaral ng Tagalog araw-araw.
I study Tagalog one hour every day.
Etymology
'Oras' is derived from the Spanish 'hora,' which means 'hour.' Over time, it has been integrated into Tagalog to denote time-related concepts.
How & Where It’s Used
'Oras' can be used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in discussions about time, deadlines, and schedules, recognized throughout the Philippines.