Maninila (en. Inhabitant)
ma-ni-ni-la
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who resides or settles in a country or place.
The inhabitants of the barangay collaborated on the project.
Ang mga maninila ng barangay ay nagtulungan sa proyekto.
A person who has a permanent home in a particular locality.
As inhabitants, they have a responsibility to take care of their environment.
Bilang mga maninila, may responsibilidad silang pangalagaan ang kanilang kapaligiran.
A member of a community or group residing in a specific area.
The inhabitants gathered for a meeting about their rights.
Ang mga maninila ay nagtipon para sa isang pagpupulong tungkol sa kanilang mga karapatan.
Etymology
The term 'maninila' comes from the root word 'nila' which means 'to reside in a place'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
inhabitants of the city
People who reside in a city.
mga maninila ng lungsod
Related Words
to dwell
The act of residing or living in a particular area.
manirahan
place
A location or area where people reside.
pook
Slang Meanings
Someone who lends or borrows money
I thought he was nice, but he just wanted to borrow money from me.
Akala ko mabait siya, pero maninila lang pala siya ng pera sa akin.
Will become and then looking for funding
He's recruiting some lenders for his business.
Nagrerecruit siya ng mga maninila para sa negosyo niya.