Kargahan (en. Loading dock)

/karˈgahɑn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place where shipments are handled, loaded, or unloaded from vehicles.
The loading dock is filled with products being unloaded from the ship.
Ang kargahan ay punung-puno ng mga produkto na nahahalin sa barko.
A space designated for loading or unloading goods.
They had to wait for several hours before they could park at the loading dock.
Kinailangan nilang maghintay ng ilang oras bago makapag-park sa kargahan.

Etymology

from the word 'karga' meaning 'load' or 'cargo' and the suffix '-han' indicating a place.

Common Phrases and Expressions

product loading area
the term for a place where products are packed or received.
kargahan ng mga produkto

Related Words

cargo
The thing to be carried or delivered, usually referring to goods.
karga

Slang Meanings

Difficult situation.
Wow, my situation is hard right now, I have so many debts!
Grabe, ang kargahan ko ngayon, dami ng utang!
Every challenge comes with a lesson.
Every challenge has a lesson.
Bawat kargahan, may kasamang aral.