Magpalugar (en. To take place)

/maɡpaluɡar/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To perform or hold an activity in a specific location.
Let's take place in the park for the picnic.
Magpalugar tayo sa parke para sa picnic.
To find a good place for a specific purpose.
We need to find a proper place for the wedding.
Kailangan nating magpalugar ng maayos para sa kasal.
To designate a location where an event will take place.
Who will set the location for our meeting tomorrow?
Sino ang magpapalugar ng ating pulong bukas?

Etymology

The word 'magpalugar' comes from the root word 'lugar' meaning 'place' or 'location'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to arrange an event location
to designate a location for an occurrence
magpalugar ng kaganapan

Related Words

place
Refers to a specific location or space.
lugar
location
A specific place or position that is discussed.
lokasyon

Slang Meanings

to chill
Sure, let's hang out later at Juan's house to chill.
Sige, magpalugar tayo mamaya sa bahay ni Juan para mag-chill.
to rest
I'm tired, I just want to hang out and rest for a bit.
Pagod na ako, gusto ko nang magpalugar at mang-pahinga saglit.
to relax
Let's go to the park, let's hang out and relax.
Dito tayo sa park, magpalugar tayo at mag-relax.
to hang out
Why don't you hang out at the community? Let's hang out.
Bakit hindi ka magpalugar sa barangay? Mag-tambay tayo.