Biblioteka (en. Library)

/bɪbliˈotɛka/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An institution or place where books and other materials are stored for public use.
I went to the library to study for my exam.
Nagpunta ako sa biblioteka upang mag-aral para sa aking pagsusulit.
A collection of books or other materials that can be used by people for knowledge or entertainment.
There is a large library in our town that is full of visitors.
Mayroong isang malaking biblioteka sa aming bayan na puno ng mga bisita.
An institution that provides services such as lending books and access to digital materials.
The library has workshops for those who want to learn how to use their online resources.
Ang biblioteka ay may mga workshop para sa mga nais matutunan ang paggamit ng kanilang mga online resources.

Etymology

from the Greek word 'biblos' meaning 'book'

Common Phrases and Expressions

go to the library
to study or research.
pumunta sa biblioteka
read in the library
reading books inside the library.
magbasa sa biblioteka

Related Words

book
A written material that contains information or a story.
aklat
books
Plural form of book, containing various knowledge.
mga aklat

Slang Meanings

Library or fun
Here in the library, we're all about the fun!
Dito sa biblioteka, puro biblyoteka tayo!
Short form for library
Let's hang out at the library later at school!
Tara, biblio tayo mamaya sa eskuwela!
Pastime
This is the pastime in the library, even though it's quiet here.
Ganito ang libangan sa biblioteka, kahit tahimik dito.