Kolahan (en. College)
/kola.han/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An educational institution that offers higher level courses.
He graduated from college with high honors.
Nagtapos siya sa kolahan na may mataas na karangalan.
A place where students study at a more advanced level.
Many opportunities can be found in college for students.
Maraming pagkakataon ang makikita sa kolahan para sa mga mag-aaral.
A part of a university that provides specialized study programs.
The college of arts and sciences is known for their excellent teachers.
Ang kolahan ng sining at agham ay kilala sa kanilang mahusay na mga guro.
Etymology
Foreign word derived from 'college' or 'kolléico' referring to an educational institution.
Common Phrases and Expressions
study in college
to pursue higher education
mag-aral sa kolahan
enter college
to start studying in a college
pumasok sa kolahan
Related Words
course
A system of study offered in a college.
kurso
student
A person studying in college.
estudyante
Slang Meanings
Teasing or joking that implies reckless or careless behavior.
He said, 'What are you joking about there, dude?' while I was messing with him.
Sabi niya, 'Anong kolahan mo dyan, pare?' habang nagloloko ako sa kanya.
Saying things that are full of nonsense or untruths.
'Don't believe him, that's all nonsense!'
'Wag kang maniwala sa kanya, puro kolahan yan!'