Desyerto (en. Desert)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A vast land that is usually dry and has little vegetation.
The desert has stunning views of sand dunes.
Ang disyerto ay may nakamamanghang tanawin ng mga burol ng buhangin.
An area with low levels of rainfall, usually less than 250 mm per year.
The Sahara is the largest desert in the world.
Ang Sahara ang pinakamalaking desyerto sa mundo.

Common Phrases and Expressions

deserts
Refers to areas or regions that are desert-like.
mga desyerto

Related Words

sand dune
A hill or landform made of sand typically found in deserts.
burol ng buhangin
dryness
A condition of water scarcity commonly experienced in deserts.
tuyot

Slang Meanings

No people or not crowded (referring to a deserted place)
The desert in the middle of the city feels lifeless.
Ang desyerto sa gitna ng lungsod ay parang wala ng buhay.
Always empty or really empty (often implying emptiness)
My wallet feels like a desert after I went shopping.
Parang desyerto ang wallet ko matapos kong mag-shopping.
Difficult situation or tough life
We're in a desert of life, a change is needed.
Nasa desyerto na kami ng buhay, kailangan na ng pagbabago.