Kapurukan (en. Residential area)

ka-pu-ru-kan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A section of a place typically inhabited by people.
My residential area has many beautiful views.
Ang aking kapurukan ay may maraming magagandang tanawin.
A community or area where people reside.
Our residential area is known for its friendly people.
Ang kapurukan namin ay kilala sa mga magiliw na tao.
A term often used for an urban or rural place.
We learned a lot about the history of our residential area.
Marami tayong natutunan tungkol sa kasaysayan ng aming kapurukan.

Etymology

from the root word 'puruk', meaning 'place' or 'location'

Common Phrases and Expressions

go to the residential area
go to a place where there are homes
pumunta sa kapurukan

Related Words

community
A group of people living in a particular area.
komunidad
home
A place inhabited by people for their living.
tahanan

Slang Meanings

The mess or clutter of a person or thing.
My room is such a mess, I don’t even know where to start cleaning.
Sobrang kapurukan ng kwarto ko, hindi ko na alam kung saan ako magsisimula maglinis.
Commonly used term describing a proper assessment or opinion that may be 'unbelievable.'
The mess in your arguments has no basis.
Ang kapurukan sa mga argumento mo, walang basehan.