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    Balay (en. House)

    bah-lah-ee

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A structure or place where people reside.
    My grandmother's house is located by the river.
    Ang balay ng aking lola ay matatagpuan sa tabi ng ilog.
    A building used for family activities.
    It's always joyful in the house during Christmas.
    Laging masaya sa balay tuwing Pasko.
    A place where people gather.
    The town hall is in the center of the community.
    Ang balay ng bayan ay nasa gitnang bahagi ng komunidad.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Spanish word 'casa' meaning home or house.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    house full of joy
    a home filled with happiness and love.
    balay na puno ng saya
    happy house
    a saying of good wishes for a home.
    maligayang balay

    Related Words

    home
    A term for a place regarded as home or house.
    tahanan
    yard
    Refers to the area around a house, which may have a yard or garden.
    looban

    Slang Meanings

    Home or house, but more suitable for the wealthy or posh.
    Their house is beautiful, like a mansion!
    Ang ganda ng balay nila, parang mansion!
    A space or place being used, not just a house.
    Come over to my house, we'll play video games!
    Punta ka sa balay ko, maglalaro tayo ng video games!
    Return home, referring to going back or visiting the home.
    Alright, I'm going home! I miss my house.
    Sige, balik-balay na ako! Miss ko na ang bahay namin.