Batuhan (en. Rocky place)

ba-tu-han

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place where there are many rocks.
They passed by the rocky place during their hike in the mountain.
Dumaan sila sa batuhan sa kanilang paglalakad sa bundok.
A natural place shared by people for play or socializing.
The rocky place became the favorite spot for children in the community.
Ang batuhan ay naging paboritong lugar ng mga bata sa barangay.

Etymology

The word 'batuhan' comes from the root word 'bato' and the suffix '-an' meaning 'place of'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

children's rocky place
A place where children play using rocks.
batuhan ng mga bata

Related Words

rock
A hard material coming from the earth, used for various purposes.
bato

Slang Meanings

Throwing stones at the sky, don't get mad if you get hit.
When the throwing starts, just be ready for the jabs!
Pag nagbatuhan na, maghanda ka na lang sa mga tirada!
Accusations or arguments.
Whatever Juan throws at Maria, she throws back!
Kung anong batuhan ni Juan, yun din ang batuhan ni Maria!
Face-offs or just pure problems.
In a battle of words, you can see who your true friends are.
Sa batuhan ng salita, makikita mo kung sino ang tunay na kaibigan.