Building Construction Terms III

Question 1

Lead weight attached to a string. Tool used in determining plumb.

Answer 1

Plumb Bob/ Hulog

Question 2

A small trim molding which has the cross section of a quarter circle.

Answer 2

Quarter Round/ Mediacaña

Question 3

A rectangular longitudinal groove cut in the corner edge of a board or plank.

Answer 3

Rabbet/ Vaciada

Question 4

The first coat of plaster, scratched to form a bond for a second bond. By use of scarifier.

Answer 4

Scratch Coat/ Rebokada

Question 5

Refers to an outside plaster finish made with portland cement as it’s base.

Answer 5

Stucco/ Palitada

Question 6

A specific form, an outline of something you can see even when you cannot clearly make out what it is.

Answer 6

Shape/ Korte

Question 7

Incline angle of a roof surface, given as the ratio of the rise (inch.) to the run (ft.), also pitch.

Answer 7

Slope/ Bahada

Question 8

Distance between individual members or shingles in building construction.

Answer 8

Spacing/ Blento

Question 9

A.K.A. site layout survey, process of interpreting construction plans and marking the location of proposed new structures such as roads or buildings.

Answer 9

Stake/ Istaka

Question 10

A technique of which applied to ferrous alloys, such as steel or cast iron. Used to achieve greater toughness by decreasing the hardness of the alloy. The reduction in hardness is usually accompanied by an increase in ductility, decreasing the brittleness of the metal.

Answer 10

Temper/ Subuhan

Question 11

A.K.A. stretching screw or a bottle screw. Used to adjust the tension in ropes, cables, tie rods, and other tensioning systems.

Answer 11

Turnbuckle/ Perkong Pangkabit

Question 12

Refers to the finished appearance of the product.

Answer 12

Varnished Finish/ Monyeka

Question 13

Used in wood finishing applications where the natural tones and grains of the wood are intend to be visible. Final step to achieve a film or gloss/ protection.

Answer 13

Varnish/ Varnisado o Barnis

Question 14

Typically made of concrete with rebar reinforcement that has been poured into an excavated trench. Supports the foundation and prevent settling.

Answer 14

Foundation Footing/ Pundasyon

Question 15

Structure that underpins or supports a system or concept.

Answer 15

Framework/ Balangkas

Question 16

Main horizontal support of a structure that supports smaller beams.

Answer 16

Girto or Girders/ Sepo

Question 17

Loose aggregation of small, variously sized fragments of rock.

Answer 17

Gravel/ Graba

Question 18

A shallow channel of metal or wood set below and along the (fascia) eaves of a house to catch and carry off rainwater from the roof.

Answer 18

Gutter/ Alulod o Canal

Question 19

Means rotation without separation. A mechanism that connects normally a door, window, or other construction element.

Answer 19

Hinge/ Bisagra

Question 20

Vertical wood framing member, also referred to as a wall stud. Attached to the horizontal sole plate below and the top plate above.

Answer 20

Horizontal Stud/ Trabe-Anzo

Question 21

Designed to be grasped by hand. Provide support and stability.

Answer 21

Handrail/ Gabay

Question 22

Reference the top of a window or door as the head or can be the amount of water accumulated in a vertical column.

Answer 22

Head/ Sombrero

Question 23

One method for the construction of the cores for high-rise buildings and similar structures.

Answer 23

Jump/ Hamba

Question 24

Central vertical post working in tension to support a beam below from a truss apex above.

Answer 24

Kingpost/ Pendolum

Question 25

Either a platform where the direction of the staircase changes or is located at the top of a staircase.

Answer 25

Landing/ Mesa o Pahinga

Question 26

A vessel for washing.

Answer 26

Lavatory/ Lababo

Question 27

A bolt with a square or hexagonal head on one end and a threaded shaft on the other end; tightened with a wrench; used to connect metal parts.

Answer 27

Machine Bolt/ Pierno Pasinta

Question 28

Used to make concrete, road construction, mixing with asphalt, and in the production of construction materials like concrete blocks, bricks, and pipes.

Answer 28

Mixture of Sand & Gravel/ Lastilyas

Question 29

Material used in masonry construction to fill the gaps between the bricks and clocks used in construction. Mortar is a mixture of sand, binder such as cement or lime, and water, and is applied as a paste which then sets hard.

Answer 29

Mortar Joints/ Kostura

Question 30

Defining, transitional, or terminal element that contours or outlines the edges and surfaces on a projection.

Answer 30

Moulding/ Moldura

Question 31

Central supporting pillar of a staircase. An upright post that supports the handrail of a stair banister.

Answer 31

Newel Post/ Tukod

Question 32

A joining process used to join different types of metals together by melting solder.

Answer 32

Nicolite Bar/ Estanyo

Question 33

Made of metal, used as fastener, as a peg to hang something.

Answer 33

Nails/ Pako

Question 34

Fastening device consisting of a square or hexagonal block, has a hole in the center, or female, threads that fit on the male threads of an associated bolt or screw.

Answer 34

Nut/ Tuerka

Question 35

Made from untarred material. Used as packing between brick and masonry in pre-war home and building construction. Breathability allows moisture to continue to wick and transfer.

Answer 35

Oakum/ Estopa

Question 36

Woodworking technique used in the making of doors, wainscoting, and other decorative features for cabinets, furniture, and homes.

Answer 36

Panel/ Bandeha

Question 37

Comprised of panels. Each of panels will fit together in order to create the finished door.

Answer 37

Paneled Door/ De Bandeha

Question 38

Bracketed stringer. Generally used on the open side of a staircase. Stringer is cut as a bridgeboard, and treads are placed on the stringer. Treads visible from the side, overlapping the stringer by 25 mm. With or without risers.

Answer 38

Open Stringer/ Hardinera