Kapelyan (en. Band)

ka-pe-lyan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A musical group that typically plays musical instruments.
The band held a concert in the park.
Ang kapelya ay nagdaos ng isang konsyerto sa parke.
A group of musicians that play melodies simultaneously.
They received an award for their performance as a band.
Nakatanggap sila ng gantimpala para sa kanilang pagganap bilang isang kapelyan.
Often used in celebrations and occasions.
There is always a band at weddings in our town.
Laging may kapelyan sa mga kasal sa aming bayan.

Etymology

Spanish word 'capilla' meaning 'chapel'

Common Phrases and Expressions

join a band
to become a member of a musical group
sumali sa kapelya
play with the band
to perform music together with a group
tumugtog kasama ang kapelya

Related Words

musician
A person who plays or is involved in music.
musikero
play
The act of playing an instrument or singing.
tugtog

Slang Meanings

band or group that plays music
Our band is great at singing OPM!
Ang kapelyan namin ay magaling kumanta ng mga OPM!
friends who are always together, like a band
Join our group, we always have fun!
Sama na kayo sa kapelyan namin, lagi kaming masaya!
favorite group or friends
They are my crew, they're always there for me.
Sila ang kapelyan ko, lagi silang nandiyan para sa akin.