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    Dampa (en. Damp)

    ˈdæmpə

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A small structure or wall that carries a roof or serves to protect from the rain.
    The dampa stands beside the river.
    Nakatayo ang dampa sa tabi ng ilog.
    A type of dwelling often made from lightweight materials.
    Many dampas can be seen along the coast.
    Maraming dampa ang makikita sa baybayin.
    A sign of simple living among fishermen.
    The dampa is a symbol of their happy place.
    Ang dampa ay simbolo ng kanilang masayang pook.

    Etymology

    Spanish: 'dampas'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Fishermen's dampa
    A place where fishermen live.
    Dampa ng mga mangingisda
    Coastal dampa
    A structure near the sea for residents.
    Dampa sa tabing-dagat

    Related Words

    home
    A place where people live.
    tahanan
    house
    A type of structure that contains rooms and provides shelter.
    bahay

    Slang Meanings

    A house that seems neglected or poorly built.
    Juan's house looks like a dampa, it's so messy!
    Parang dampa lang yung bahay ni Juan, ang gulo!
    A social reference to a dampa that is said to be a big house but is actually very simple.
    They said she comes from a dampa, but she's actually rich!
    Sabi nila galing siya sa dampa, pero mayaman pala siya!
    A dwelling close to water, often made of simple materials.
    In the past, people in the dampa didn't think much, just enjoyed life.
    Dati, ang mga tao sa dampa ay walang masyadong iniisip, nag-enjoy lang sa buhay.