Kuwartel (en. Barracks)

kwar-tel

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A structure or place where soldiers reside.
The soldiers went to the barracks after their mission.
Nagpunta ang mga sundalo sa kuwartel matapos ang kanilang misyon.
A building used as accommodation for military personnel.
The barracks have rooms for each soldier.
Ang kuwartel ay may mga silid para sa bawat sundalo.
A part of a military camp designated for housing.
The barracks are an important part of military strategy.
Ang kuwartel ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng estratehiya ng militar.

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish 'cuartel', meaning a place of stay or shelter.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to barrack
to establish or return to a barracking place.
magkuwartel

Related Words

soldier
A person serving as a member of the military.
sundalo
military
Related to the armed forces of a country.
militar

Slang Meanings

it's the walls of a room, especially in a military context
The room is round and it looks like there's a barracks for soldiers inside.
Bilog ang kwarto at parang may kuwartel ng mga sundalo sa loob.
a place or area occupied by people, often with strict discipline
There are barracks around the school for rowdy kids.
May mga kuwartel sa paligid ng paaralan para sa mga batang makulit.