Kanlong (en. Refuge)

/kan.loŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A place or space where one can hide or find protection.

The church served as a refuge for people during the turmoil.

Ang simbahan ay nagsilbing kanlong sa mga tao sa panahon ng kaguluhan.

A state of safety or security from danger.

The homeless need refuge from the cold nights.

Kailangan ng mga palaboy ng kanlong mula sa mga malamig na gabi.

Church or any institution that provides protection or assistance.

The refuge for victims of violence is important in society.

Ang kanlong para sa mga biktima ng karahasan ay mahalaga sa lipunan.

from the root word 'long' meaning 'to support' or 'to protect.'

refuge of wounded hearts

a place of comfort and understanding for the hurt.

kanlong ng mga sugatang puso

refuge for the rescuers

a place where support and help can be found.

kanlong ng mga tagapagligtas

help

Bringing support or assistance to a person or group in times of need.

tulong

protection

The act or process of providing safety or preventing danger.

proteksyon

Home or shelter for people who have no place to stay.

There are many shelters for the homeless over there on the corner.

Diyan sa kanto, marami nang kanlong ang mga homeless.

A hiding spot or temporary shelter.

When it rains, the area under the bridge becomes a shelter.

Kapag umuulan, nagiging kanlong ang ilalim ng tulay.

Temporary place for the homeless.

My companions have been at the shelter in the neighborhood for a long time.

Yung mga kapwa ko matagal nang nandoon sa kanlong sa barangay.