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    Balintawak (en. Balintawak)

    /bɑlinˈtawɑk/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A type of clothing, usually for women, that reaches from the shoulders upward and is open at the back.
    She wore her balintawak while celebrating the festival.
    Suot niya ang kanyang balintawak habang nagdiriwang ng piyesta.
    A traditional garment used in cultural and national occasions in the Philippines.
    The balintawak is a symbol of Filipino culture during celebrations.
    Ang balintawak ay simbolo ng kulturang Pilipino sa mga pagdiriwang.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Tagalog term meaning 'shoulders and neck'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    wearing balintawak
    to wear this traditional garment
    suot na balintawak

    Related Words

    baro't saya
    A set of traditional Filipino clothing consisting of a blouse and a skirt.
    baro't saya
    terno
    A form of women's clothing that features a matching blouse and skirt.
    terno

    Slang Meanings

    a place of fun, party or celebration
    The balintawak party is the coolest drinking event in town!
    Ang balintawak party ay ang pinaka-astig na inuman sa bayan!
    traditional attire, especially during festivals
    She wore a balintawak at the festival, her outfit was beautiful!
    Naka-balintawak siya sa pista, ang ganda ng kanyang suot!