Balakang (en. Back)

ba-la-kang

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

The part of the body at the back of a person from the waist up.

My back hurts from sitting too long.

Sakit ng balakang ko dahil sa matagal na pag-upo.

The rear part of an object or place.

Put your bag at the back of the chair.

Ilagay mo ang iyong bag sa balakang ng upuan.

Tagalog word

back of the house

rear part of the house

balakang ng bahay

return

The act of going back to a place or item.

balik

Referring to the back part of your body, often used when talking about attractive features at the back.

Sarah's back is really wow, her shape is beautiful!

Ang balakang ni Sarah ay talagang wow, ang ganda ng pagkaka-shape!

It can also be used for people who love body aesthetics or fitness.

I need to improve my back for the dance class!

Kailangan kong pagbutihin ang aking balakang para sa dance class!

Part of the body where the hip rests, often used in discussions about fashion.

The dress you're wearing really emphasizes your back.

Ang suot mong dress ay talagang nag-emphasize sa iyong balakang.