Aliparo (en. Servant)

/ˈalipaɾo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who works under others, often providing service.
The servant takes care of the children in the family.
Ang aliparo ay nag-aalaga ng mga bata sa pamilya.
A person who serves or follows the orders of their master.
He is a loyal servant of the old wealthy lady.
Siya ay isang tapat na aliparo ng matandang mayamang babae.
An individual with a low social status who works in a wealthy family.
In their house, they have many servants who assist with tasks.
Sa kanilang bahay, marami silang aliparo na tumutulong sa mga gawain.

Etymology

Originated from the word 'ali' (to live) and 'paro' (servant).

Common Phrases and Expressions

family servant
A long-time worker in the family.
aliparo ng pamilya
servant of the king
A person serving an important person or leader.
aliparo ng hari

Related Words

helper
A person who provides assistance with household tasks.
katulong
caretaker
A person who takes care of others, may it be children or sick individuals.
tagapag-alaga

Slang Meanings

firstborn
Who among you is the firstborn here?
Sino ba sa inyo ang aliparo dito?
older sibling
If you're the older sibling, you're in charge of the younger siblings.
Kung aliparo ka, ikaw ang bahala sa mga nakababatang kapatid.
older sister or brother
Our firstborn looks like an older sister or brother.
Parang ate o kuya lang ang tsura ng aliparo natin.
boss
The firstborn always orders everyone around, thinks they're the boss.
Laging nagpapasunod ang aliparo, akala mo boss.