Maalwan (en. Spacious)
/maˈal.wan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Having a large space or area.
Our living room is spacious and comfortable.
Ang sala namin ay maalwan at komportable.
Not cramped; has enough room for movement.
The hallway is wide so many people can pass through easily.
Maalwan ang pasilyo kaya madaling makadaan ang maraming tao.
Provides enough space for activities.
A spacious office is important for effective work.
Mahalaga ang maalwang opisina upang makapagtrabaho ng mabuti.
Etymology
Root word: 'lawan'
Common Phrases and Expressions
spacious area
Large area with sufficient space.
maalwang espasyo
spacious home
Home with sufficient space for people.
maalwang tahanan
Related Words
lawan
Word used to describe things that have large space.
lawan
maluwag
Refers to having a lot of space, not cramped.
maluwag
Slang Meanings
Rich or well-off.
My friend is really well-off, that's why he always buys expensive clothes.
Yung kaibigan ko, talagang maalwan na, kaya lagi siyang bumibili ng mamahaling damit.
A relaxed or easy-going life.
I want to be carefree this summer, so we'll chill at the beach.
Gusto kong maging maalwan sa tag-init, kaya't maglilibang kami sa beach.