Laan (en. Way)

/laan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A route or path that is followed.
The path to the mountain is beautiful and bright.
Ang laan patungo sa bundok ay maganda at maliwanag.
The amount or policy allocated for a specific purpose.
The government has allocated funds for infrastructure projects.
May laan ang pamahalaan para sa mga proyekto ng imprastraktura.

Etymology

The word 'laan' comes from the root word 'laán' which means 'to allocate' or 'to set up'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

way of life
A path or purpose in life.
laan ng buhay

Related Words

content
Things or contents that are shown or inside.
laman
tendency
A policy or behavior focused on a type of action.
tendency

Slang Meanings

making time or dedicating resources for something
We should make time for this project.
Dapat tayong maglaan ng oras para sa project na 'to.
specific destination or purpose
I hope we can plan to go to the baywalk later.
Sana maglaan tayo ng lakad sa baywalk mamaya.
cleanliness or orderliness in something
Let's set aside some time to tidy up the room.
Maglaan tayo ng mga oras para ayusin ang kwarto.