Kasiwalan (en. Dwelling)

/ka.si.wa.lan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place where a person resides.
My family's dwelling is in the province.
Ang kasiwalan ng aking pamilya ay nasa probinsya.
A piece of land used for housing.
The dwelling has a beautiful view of the mountains.
Ang kasiwalan ay may magandang tanawin ng bundok.
A place or accommodation for people.
There are many dwellings in the city for newcomers.
Maraming kasiwalan sa lungsod para sa mga bagong dating.

Etymology

Tagalog word referring to a place of dwelling or location.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dwelling of the heart
A place of emotions or love.
kasiwalan ng puso

Related Words

katiwang
A type of home commonly found in rural areas.
katiwang
tahanan
A place where the family resides.
tahanan

Slang Meanings

An acquaintance or person you frequently talk to.
No one else, he's the only one I always talk to at school.
Walang iba, siya lang ang lagi kong kasiwalan sa school.
A friend or best friend, often with a personal connection.
She's really my close friend; we're like siblings!
Siya talaga ang kasiwalan ko, parang magkapatid na kami!
Someone with a lot to talk about, making them easy to engage with.
Who wouldn't get addicted to this talkative person? They have so many jokes!
Sino ba namang hindi ma-addict sa kasiwalan na 'to, ang dami niyang joke!