Aporohan (en. Place of worship)

a-po-ro-han

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place where people gather to worship or listen to teachings.
The place of worship is visited by many people every Sunday.
Ang aporohan ay dinarayo ng maraming tao tuwing Linggo.
A structure or building constructed for the purpose of worshiping God.
The new place of worship in our community is very beautiful.
Ang bagong aporohan sa aming barangay ay napakaganda.
A place considered sacred or holy.
The place of worship is regarded as sacred by the believers.
Ang aporohan ay itinuturing na sagrado ng mga mananampalataya.

Etymology

Tagalog word referring to a place of worship or congregation.

Common Phrases and Expressions

go to the place of worship
travel to the place of worship
pumunta sa aporohan
gather at the place of worship
come together at the place of worship
magtipon sa aporohan

Related Words

worship
An activity performed by people as a show of their respect or faith in God.
worship

Slang Meanings

Flirty or easy-to-approach girl
That girl is so aporohan, she easily gets a boyfriend!
Ang aporohan na 'yan, ang bilis makakuha ng boylet!
Girl who seems interested in guys
She looks aporohan in her favorite hangout spots.
Mukhang aporohan siya sa mga paborito niyang hangout spots.
Colleague who loves to dress up or beautify themselves
She looks like an aporohan, always dressed up!
Parang aporohan siya lagi, nakabihis naa!