Bahayaliwan (en. Guesthouse)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of house that serves as temporary accommodation for guests.
We booked a guesthouse while traveling in the province.
Nag-book kami sa bahayaliwan habang kami'y naglalakbay sa probinsya.
An establishment that provides lodging for tourists or visitors.
There are many guesthouses in this area that are affordable.
Maraming bahayaliwan sa lugar na ito na abot-kaya ang presyo.
A small house that is often rented out for a short period.
The guesthouse is often more comfortable than a hotel.
Ang bahayaliwan ay madalas na mas komportable kaysa sa isang hotel.

Common Phrases and Expressions

How is the guesthouse?
A greeting or inquiry about the guesthouse.
Kumusta sa bahayaliwan?

Related Words

temporary home
A residence used for a short period.
pansamantalang tahanan
guests
People who spend time or stay in a place.
mga bisita

Slang Meanings

Housing that can be rented or lived in
Where is that lodging house Marco mentioned? I want to stay there.
Saan ba ‘yung bahayaliwan na sinasabi ni Marco? Gusto kong tumira roon.
A long-term place for lodging, like a boarding house
I used to live in a lodging house while studying in Manila.
Dati akong nakatira sa bahayaliwan habang nag-aaral sa Maynila.
A shop offering room rentals
We stopped by the lodging house because we were looking for a place to stay in town.
Dumaan kami sa bahayaliwan kasi naghanap kami ng matutuluyan sa bayan.