Bakayan (en. Mahogany)

/bɐ.kɐ.jɐn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A type of tree known for its hard and tall wood.

The bakayan is used in furniture making because of its durability.

Ang bakayan ay ginagamit sa paggawa ng mga muwebles dahil sa tibay nito.

Also known as gmelina or mahogany, a tree found in tropical areas.

Bakayan trees are commonly planted for commercial purposes.

Ang mga bakayan ay karaniwang itinatanim para sa mga layuning pangkomersyal.

Originating from the word 'baka' which refers to a type of tree.

Bakayan tree

Referring to a tree with wood from bakayan.

Puno ng bakayan

wood

The material that comes from trees and is used in construction.

kahoy

A person who loves women.

There goes Mark, he might already be flirting with girls at the party.

Ayun na si Mark, baka naman mag-bakayan na naman yan sa party.

A man who is rough or not good at approaching women.

That's why Lisa ignored him, because he seemed like a womanizer.

Kaya di siya pinansin ni Lisa, kasi mukhang bakayan ang dating.