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    Kalesa (en. Horse-drawn carriage)

    /kaˈlesa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A type of vehicle pulled by a horse.
    The kalesa is commonly seen in historical places.
    Ang kalesa ay karaniwang makikita sa mga makasaysayang lugar.
    A vehicle used during the Spanish colonial period.
    In the past, people would hire a kalesa for long trips.
    Dati, ang mga tao ay umaarkila ng kalesa para sa mahahabang biyahe.
    A traditional symbol of Filipino culture.
    The kalesa is an important part of town festivals.
    Ang kalesa ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng mga piyesta sa bayan.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Spanish word 'calesa'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Ride a horse-drawn carriage
    To ride a horse-drawn carriage.
    Sumakay ng kalesa

    Related Words

    cart
    A simple type of vehicle often used in markets.
    kariton
    horse
    An animal commonly used to pull the kalesa.
    kabayo

    Slang Meanings

    group travel
    Let's ride a kalesa, so our trip is more fun!
    Sakay tayo sa kalesa, para masaya ang trip natin!
    slow progress
    Our commute is moving like a kalesa right now.
    Parang kalesa ang takbo ng commute natin ngayon.
    old school
    It's so fun, this place has a kalesa vibe!
    Ang saya, parang kalesa ang vibe ng lugar na ito!
    nostalgia
    That kalesa we saw brings back so many memories.
    Yung kalesa na nakita natin, ang daming alaala tied diyan.