Dalusong (en. Migrant)
da-lu-song
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person moving from one place to another in search of better opportunities.
Many migrants are arriving in the city to look for work.
Maraming dalusong ang dumarating sa lungsod para maghanap ng trabaho.
A form of movement usually occurring between countries.
Migration between European countries is increasing due to war.
Ang dalusong sa mga bansa sa Europa ay tumataas dahil sa digmaan.
The departure of a person or group from their residence.
The migrants from the western part of the country fled due to disasters.
Ang mga dalusong mula sa kanlurang bahagi ng bansa ay tumakas dahil sa mga kalamidad.
Etymology
From the root word 'dalo' meaning 'to pass through' and 'song' suggesting 'return' or 'coming together'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
many migrants
Many people moving from place to place.
maraming dalusong
Related Words
worker
A person providing service or performing work.
manggawa
hero
A person who fights for their rights or welfare.
bayani
Slang Meanings
flirty or adventurous woman
His aunt always brings along a dalusong to parties.
Yung tiya niya, laging may dala-dalang dalusong sa mga party.
a woman who can't contain herself
She's the one known in the neighborhood as a dalusong, she seems restless.
Siya yung kilala sa barangay na dalusong, parang hindi mapakali.
party girl
My best friend is really a dalusong, always ready for outings.
Yung best friend ko, talagang dalusong, laging ready sa mga lakwatsa.