Batyaan (en. Place for children)

/bɐˈtjɑːn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A patch of ground or area where children play.
The play area at the end of the park is filled with happy children.
Ang batyaan sa dulo ng parke ay puno ng mga masayang bata.
A place filled with joyful memories of childhood.
I have many memories in my childhood place when I was young.
Marami akong alaala sa aking batyaan noong ako'y bata pa.
An area designated for children like a playground.
We should fix the play area to make it safer for the children.
Dapat nating ayusin ang batyaan upang maging mas ligtas para sa mga bata.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'bata' meaning 'young' and '-yaan' indicating a place.

Common Phrases and Expressions

children's play area
A place where children play.
batyaan ng mga bata
childhood time
The time of childhood.
panahon ng batyaan

Related Words

child
A person in the young age.
bata
play
An activity commonly done by children for fun.
laro
playground
A place specially designated for children's play.
playground

Slang Meanings

Gang or group of friends
Is our crew coming over for drinks later?
Nandiyan ba ang batyaan natin para sa inuman mamaya?
A gathering of people with shared interests
Our crew loves gaming.
Ang batyaan namin ay mahilig sa gaming.
A joyful and laughter-filled gathering
Our crew is so fun, we're always laughing.
Ang batyaan namin ay sobrang saya, lagi kaming tumatawa.