Dalasa (en. Barrage)

/daˈlasa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of combat or attack with intense force.
They launched a barrage against their enemies on the battlefield.
Nagsagawa sila ng dalasa sa kanilang kalaban sa larangan ng digmaan.
A sudden onslaught or attack of many things.
The barrage of rain caused flooding in the area.
Ang dalasa ng ulan ay nagdulot ng pagbaha sa lugar.

Etymology

Origin from Sanskrit 'dalāsa'

Common Phrases and Expressions

barrage of questions
Many questions directed at once.
dalasa ng tanong

Related Words

attack
An action aimed at achieving a goal through force.
pang-atake

Slang Meanings

frequently brought out or experienced
The frequency of rain lately is disrupting people.
Ang dalasa ng ulan lately ay nakakaabala sa mga tao.
a crowded person or thing, like full of content
Wow, this bag is so packed! It has so much inside!
Grabe, ang dalasa ng bag na 'to! Ang daming laman!