Guwardiyan (en. Guard)
gwardi-yan
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person tasked with guarding or protecting a place or person.
The guard is always there to ensure the safety of the visitors.
Ang guwardiyan ay laging nandiyan upang siguraduhin ang kaligtasan ng mga bisita.
An employee responsible for the security of an establishment.
We hired a guard to monitor our store against theft.
Kumuha kami ng guwardiyan upang bantayan ang aming tindahan mula sa pagnanakaw.
A person who takes care of order and security in public places.
The park guard maintains order among the visitors.
Ang guwardiyan ng parke ay nagpapanatili ng kaayusan sa mga bisita.
Etymology
Originates from the Spanish word 'guardia' meaning 'guard' or 'watchman'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
guardian of peace
A guard responsible for ensuring peace and order.
guwardiyan ng kapayapaan
Related Words
security
The state of being safe from danger or harm.
seguridad
watchtower
A place used by guards to keep watch.
bantayan
Slang Meanings
Guard
The dude, the guard at the mall, won't let us in.
Si Kuya, ang kuyakoy sa mall, hindi tayo papasokin.
Bouncer
The bouncer at the party didn't let me in because I didn't have an ID.
Yung bouncer sa party, hindi ako pinapasok dahil wala akong ID.
Snoop
The guard at my old job was a snoop, always following you around.
Taga-salvage yung guwardiyan sa dati kong trabaho, lagi kang susundan.