Arinola (en. Potty)

/a.ri.'no.la/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A container used for urination and defecation, often used by children or in situations where there is no access to a bathroom.
The child used the potty before sleeping.
Ang bata ay nakagamit ng arinola bago matulog.
This is also a type of toilet that is often found in older houses.
In their old house, there was still a chamber pot hidden under the bed.
Sa kanilang lumang bahay, may arinola pa silang nakatago sa ilalim ng kama.

Etymology

The word 'arinola' is derived from the Tagalog language.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to place a potty
To prepare a potty for the needs of a child or someone ill.
maglagay ng arinola

Related Words

bathroom
A room or space designed for sanitary needs.
banyo
toilet
A device or facility for urination and defecation.
toilet

Slang Meanings

A pot used for excretion
I need an arinola in case of an emergency in the middle of the night.
Kailangan ko ng arinola kapag nagkataon ng emergency sa gitna ng gabi.
For easy vibes, just relax
Even though we are camping, there's an arinola, so just chill.
Kahit nasa kampo tayo, meron namang arinola, kaya relax ka lang.
A situation that is often ignored
My dad always says there's an arinola at home in case I get cramps.
Sabi ng tatay ko laging may arinola sa bahay kapag nagka-cramps ako.