Balwarte (en. Bulwark)

/balˈwarte/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A strategic wall or fortification used for protection.
The bulwark was built to protect the city from invaders.
Ang balwarte ay itinayo upang protektahan ang lungsod mula sa mga mananakop.
A symbol of defense or support for an idea or principle.
He is the bulwark of reason in the face of challenges.
Siya ang balwarte ng katwiran sa kabila ng mga pagsubok.

Etymology

Spanish: 'baluarte' meaning 'guard' or 'protection.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

bulwark of truth
A strong support or defense for the truth.
balwarte ng katotohanan

Related Words

defense
The act of protecting or supporting.
pagtanggol
defense
A form of protection against an attack.
depensa

Slang Meanings

A fort or place where people hide.
There's a fort I made behind the house for my friends.
Diyan sa likod ng bahay, may balwarte akong ginawa para sa mga kaibigan ko.
A strong defense or support system.
They are my fort during tough times.
Sila ang balwarte ko sa mga panahon ng pagsubok.
A haven or safe space.
The people in this group became my haven during my problems.
Naging balwarte ko ang mga tao sa grupong ito sa mga problema ko.