Bantaypinto (en. Door guard)
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Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person or animal assigned to guard the door or entrance.
The guard dog is watching over the house's security.
Ang bantaypinto ay nagbabantay sa seguridad ng bahay.
Common Phrases and Expressions
home guardian
A person or animal that guards the entire household.
bantay-bahay
Related Words
door
The door is a structure that serves as an entrance or passage.
pinto
guard
A person or animal that watches over a specific place or thing.
bantay
Slang Meanings
House guard or caretaker.
Don't worry, Pedro is here as the bantaypinto, he's sure to keep the bad guys out.
Huwag kang mag-alala, andiyan si Pedro na bantaypinto, siguradong bawal ang mga masasamang tao dito.
Someone who returns items or takes care of guests.
He's the bantaypinto for the visitors, so you can count on him to handle everything carefully.
Siya ang bantaypinto ng mga bisita, kaya maasahan mong maingat ang lahat.
Sometimes slang for 'watchman' or 'guard' in a situation.
Who's watching the street? Seems like there's no one keeping watch.
Sino'ng bantaypinto sa kalsada? Wala ata kayong nakitang nakabantay.