Balikbayan (en. Returning filipino)

/bʌlɪkˈbaɪən/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A person returning to the Philippines from another country.

My uncle is a returning Filipino from America.

Ang aking tiyuhin ay isang balikbayan mula sa Amerika.

Remittances or gifts usually brought by returning Filipinos.

The balikbayan boxes are filled with souvenirs.

Ang mga balikbayan box ay puno ng mga pasalubong.

The lifestyle and culture brought by Filipinos who return to their country after some years abroad.

The balikbayans bring a new perspective to their community.

Ang balikbayan ay nagdadala ng bagong perspektibo sa kanilang komunidad.

From the word 'balik' (to return) and 'bayan' (country or town), referring to Filipinos returning to their home country.

Balikbayan box

Box typically sent from abroad as a gift to relatives in the Philippines.

Balikbayan box

Balikbayan program

Government program promoting Filipinos to return and live in the Philippines.

Balikbayan program

OFW

Refers to Overseas Filipino Workers who work in other countries.

OFW

pasalubong

Gifts ordered or bought from abroad and brought back to the Philippines.

pasalubong

A person who returns from abroad and brings gifts for their family.

Aunt is a balikbayan, so we're excited for her souvenirs!

Si Tita, balikbayan siya, kaya excited kami sa mga pasalubong niya!

A person who frequently returns to the Philippines from abroad.

Balikbayans are very popular in the neighborhood during Christmas.

Sikat na sikat ang mga balikbayan sa barangay tuwing Pasko.

Commonly used term for Filipinos who have settled abroad but return for vacation.

I missed the entertaining stories of balikbayans at the reunion.

Na-miss ko ang mga nakakatuwang kwento ng mga balikbayan sa reunion.