Balaid (en. Balaid)
ba-la-id
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of building or structure that relies on water.
The balaid houses can be found by the lake.
Ang mga bahay na balaid ay matatagpuan sa tabi ng lawa.
A pathway made of long-standing floating materials or objects.
Balaid are generally made of wood constructed from floating mounds.
Ang mga balaid ay karaniwang gumagamit ng kahoy na itinayo mula sa mga lumulutang na bundok.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'laid' meaning 'to layer or piece together'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
life of balance
A life full of trials and refuge.
balaid ang buhay
Related Words
floating house
A type of house built above water.
bahay-balaid
Slang Meanings
To jump into something or to engage with someone.
I just jump into life's issues.
Balaid na balaid lang ako sa mga isyu sa buhay.
To take risks or to be bold in decisions.
When there's an opportunity, I'm bold in attempting to apply.
Kapag may pagkakataon, balaid na balaid ako sa pag-aattempt na mag-apply.
To have fun and enjoy every opportunity.
We should just have fun with the joys of life!
Dapat lang na balaid tayo sa Saya at saya ng buhay!