Barkero (en. Barker)

bar-ker-o

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who works at fairs or shows as an attraction.
The barker invited people to watch the show.
Ang barkero ay nag-anyaya sa mga tao na manood ng palabas.

Etymology

From the words 'barely' and 'kero'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Show barker
A person who attracts people to watch a show.
Barkero ng palabas

Related Words

show
A form of entertainment like a play, movie, or circus.
palabas
amusement
A form of entertainment with games and activities.
palaro

Slang Meanings

someone who gives opinions or commentary, often on current events or social issues
Who are the barkers here who have something to say about this news?
Sino ba ang mga barkero dito at may masasabi tungkol sa balitang ito?
a cheerful or friendly person, usually in social gatherings
The barkero of the group, always making everyone laugh.
Ang barkero ng grupo, palaging nagpapatawa sa lahat.
eloquent or talkative, loves to debate or converse
Like a barkero, he isn’t afraid to express his opinion.
Tulad ng barkero, hindi siya natatakot na ipahayag ang kanyang opinyon.