Baklaran (en. Marketplace)

bak-la-ran

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place with a large market.
Baklaran is full of people every Sunday.
Ang Baklaran ay puno ng mga tao tuwing Linggo.
A place where traders and buyers gather.
There are many markets in Baklaran that offer fresh fruits.
Maraming pamilihan sa Baklaran na nag-aalok ng sariwang prutas.
A well-known spot in the Philippines for its bazaars.
I went to Baklaran to buy cheap clothes.
Pumunta ako sa Baklaran upang bumili ng murang damit.

Etymology

The word 'baklaran' originates from the term 'baklaran' referring to an area known for large markets.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Go to Baklaran
Travel to the place of Baklaran, often to shop.
Pumunta sa Baklaran

Related Words

market
A place where trading occurs.
pamilihan
bazaar
A small marketplace or bazaar.
tiangge

Slang Meanings

Market or place for cheap goods, often visited by people for bargain hunting.
We will go to Baklaran later to look for cheap clothes.
Pupunta kami sa Baklaran mamaya para maghanap ng mga murang damit.
A popular destination for those offering prayers and devotees, especially at the Our Lady of Perpetual Help church.
I prayed in Baklaran for good fortune.
Sa Baklaran ako nagdasal para sa magandang kapalaran.
A sidetrack or roundabout route, often referring to people visiting the area.
Swing by Baklaran before going home, it's just a quick sidetrack!
Dumaan ka sa Baklaran bago ka umuwi, tamang sidetrack lang!