Dalampasigan (en. Shore)

/dalamˈpasɪɡan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A bank or land area next to water.
People gathered at the shore to hold a picnic.
Ang mga tao ay nagtipun-tipon sa dalampasigan upang magdaos ng picnic.
A place where land and water meet.
We often walk along the shore in the morning.
Madalas kaming maglakad-lakad sa dalampasigan sa umaga.
A location commonly visited for water activities.
The shore is crowded with people during summer.
Ang dalampasigan ay puno ng mga tao tuwing tag-init.

Etymology

root word from 'dalam' and 'pahiga'

Common Phrases and Expressions

at the shore
next to the water
sa dalampasigan

Related Words

bay
A part of the sea surrounded by land.
bay
water
An essential liquid that constitutes the body of water surrounding the shore.
tubig

Slang Meanings

beach
Come on, let's go to the beach to sunbathe!
Tara, punta tayo sa dalampasigan para mag-sunbathing!
coast
It's nice to relax at the coast while watching the sunset.
Masarap magpahinga sa dalampasigan habang nanonood ng sunset.
seashore
The seashore boasts beautiful views and clear water.
Nagmamalaki ang dalampasigan ng magandang tanawin at malinis na tubig.