Balon (en. Balloon)

ba-lon

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An object made of lightweight and flexible material filled with air or gas.
The children enjoyed playing with balloons at the festival.
Ang mga bata ay nag-enjoy sa paglalaro ng mga balon sa pista.
A piece of decoration often used in celebrations.
The balloons were placed all around the room for the birthday.
Ang mga balon ay nilagyan sa buong silid para sa kaarawan.

Etymology

English origin (balloon)

Common Phrases and Expressions

air balloon
A balloon filled with air.
balon ng hangin
water balloon
A balloon filled with water.
balon ng tubig

Related Words

festival
A celebration often featuring decorations and festivities.
pista

Slang Meanings

a vehicle or object that can rise into the air
I hope I can ride in a hot air balloon at the festival!
Sana naman makasakay ako sa balon sa fiesta!
someone who shows off or boasts
Wow, he's so full of himself when he talks, like he can do everything!
Grabe siya, ang balon naman kung magsalita, parang lahat kaya niya!
a unique feeling or excitement
I'm on cloud nine at the concert, it's so fun!
Nasa balon ako sa concert, ang saya!