Kalatubaan (en. Calamity)
/ka.la.tu.baan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A place rich in water, such as a river, lake, or spring.
The water body in our barangay is a beautiful tourist spot.
Ang kalatubaan sa aming barangay ay isang magandang pook pasyalan.
Form or nature of a natural water body.
The water body gives life to the plants and animals around.
Ang kalatubaan ay nagbibigay ng buhay sa mga halaman at hayop sa paligid.
Collection of water in a specific area.
The water body on the mountain seems not to dry up even in summer.
Ang kalatubaan sa bundok ay tila hindi natutuyo kahit sa tag-init.
Etymology
derived from the word 'water' related to bodies of water.
Common Phrases and Expressions
the water body is very beautiful
it states that the body of water is very beautiful.
napakaganda ng kalatubaan
Related Words
river
A flowing body of water.
ilugan
lake
A large body of water enclosed by land.
lawa
Slang Meanings
Undisciplined kid
Stop it, you're being too much of a brat!
Tama na yan, ang kalatubaan mo na masyado!
Hyperactive kid
Why are you so restless? Aren't you tired?
Bakit ang kalatubaan mo? Hindi ka ba mapagod?
Showy or cheerful kid
Wow, he's such a lively kid, always happy!
Grabe, ang kalatubaan niya, ang saya saya!