Alabwab (en. Door)

/a.law.bwab/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A structure that serves as an entrance or exit in a building or room.
I knocked on the door before entering.
Kumatok ako sa alabwab bago pumasok sa loob.
A part of the home or any structure that can be closed or opened.
The door is closed so we can't enter.
Ang alabwab ay sarado kaya hindi kami makapasok.
A symbol of a new beginning or opportunity when opened.
The door of opportunity opened for him.
Ang alabwab ng oportunidad ay bumukas para sa kanya.

Common Phrases and Expressions

door of hope
Symbol of a new opportunity or hope.
pintuan ng pag-asa

Related Words

mirror
An object often attached to the door to see those who are there.
salamin
key
A tool used to open the door.
susi

Slang Meanings

Gossip or news that cannot be proven
Don't believe that gossip, it's all just hearsay.
Huwag ka nang maniwala sa alabwab na yan, puro sabi-sabi lang.
Fiction or invented tale
That's just an invented tale, but it's entertaining.
Yan, puro alabwab lang ang kwento mo, pero nakakaaliw.
Baseless story
What you're saying is just a baseless story, it's not true.
Parang alabwab lang 'yang sinasabi mo, hindi naman totoo.