Karosa (en. Carnival float)

ka-ro-sa

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of vehicle or platform used in parades or celebrations.
The float is full of flowers and decorations at the festival.
Ang karosa ay puno ng mga bulaklak at dekorasyon sa piyesta.
A floating vehicle usually used in wedding occasions or other celebrations.
The bridal float is beautiful and full of lights.
Ang karosa ng bagong kasal ay napakaganda at puno ng mga ilaw.
A vehicle with a high seat that is usually open at the top.
The children happily rode the float while the horses walked.
Masayang sumakay ang mga bata sa karosa habang naglalakad ang mga kabayo.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'carroza'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

wedding float
A float used for newlyweds.
karosa ng kasal
festival float
A float decorated for festival celebrations.
karosa ng piyesta

Related Words

vehicle
Any type of transportation or thing used to carry people or items.
sasakyan
parade
A public event where people walk or ride in vehicles to showcase themselves or a theme.
parada

Slang Meanings

Just chill
No problem, I hope we can have fun later!
Walang problema, sana mag-karosa tayo mamaya!
Let's hang out
Come on, let's hang out at the mall!
Tara, mag-karosa tayo sa mall!
Take a break
I'm tired, but I want to take a break first.
Pagod na ako, pero gusto kong mag-karosa muna.