Abuhan (en. Ash heap)
a-boo-han
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A place where ashes or remnants from a fire are accumulated.
We often clean the ash heap behind the house.
Madalas naming nilinis ang abuhan sa likod ng bahay.
A site used for rituals related to fire.
We held ceremonies at the ash heap of our ancestors.
Nagdaos kami ng mga seremonya sa abuhan ng aming ninuno.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Become an ash heap of fire
To serve as a source or cause of hardship or destruction.
Maging abuhan ng apoy
Related Words
ash
Refers to the remnants from burned materials.
abu
fire pit
A place where fire is made or allowed to burn.
apuyan
Slang Meanings
A fun eating place, often during celebrations.
Nothing beats the fun of eating at my aunt's place during Christmas.
Wala nang mas masaya sa abuhan sa bahay ng tita ko tuwing Pasko.
A place for eating filled with laughter and stories.
Let's go eat and have fun later, it's more enjoyable when we're together.
Dog chow at abuhan tayo mamaya, mas masaya 'pag sama-sama.
A celebration with food and drinks.
We're having a gathering with food and drinks tomorrow, join us!
May abuhan kami bukas, tara ka!