Laro (en. Game)

lah-roh

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An activity involving fun or competition.
The children are playing a game in the park.
Ang mga bata ay naglalaro ng laro sa parke.
A type of sport or pastime.
Basketball is one of the most popular games in the country.
Ang basketball ay isa sa mga pinakasikat na laro sa bansa.
A set of rules or system followed in playing.
Before starting, the teacher explained the rules of the game.
Bago mag-umpisa, ipinaliwanag ng guro ang mga patakaran ng laro.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'juego'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

game of life
A comparison of experiences or struggles in life that seem like a game.
laro ng buhay
children's game
Activities involving children.
laro ng mga bata

Related Words

players
People who participate in the game.
mga manlalaro
toy
Items used for play, usually for children.
laruan

Slang Meanings

to play
Come on, let's play Mobile Legends at home!
Tara, maglaro tayo ng Mobile Legends sa bahay!
to hustle or work hard
He worked hard to get customers.
Nag-laro siya ng pawis para makakuha ng mga customers.
just for fun
It's just a game, don't take it too seriously.
Laro lang yan, huwag masyadong seryoso.
just hanging out
I'm just here at the corner, let's just hang out.
Dito lang ako sa kanto, laro lang tayo.