Motel (en. Motel)
mo-tel
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of hotel that usually has rooms facing a parking area.
We went to the motel to rest from the long journey.
Pumunta kami sa motel para magpahinga mula sa mahabang biyahe.
A place that provides temporary lodging for travelers.
There are many motels along the road for travelers.
Maraming motel sa kahabaan ng kalsada para sa mga naglalakbay.
Often has simpler facilities compared to major hotels.
We booked a room at the motel because it's more affordable.
Nag-book kami ng silid sa motel dahil mas abot-kaya ito.
Etymology
Combined words 'motor' and 'hotel'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Come on in to the motel
Enter or check into the motel.
Tuloy na sa motel
Book at the motel
Reserve a room at the motel.
Mag-book sa motel
Related Words
hotel
A larger form of accommodation with more facilities and services.
hotel
resort
A type of accommodation often located by the sea or other vacation areas.
resort
Slang Meanings
Housing for couples or those on dates.
Let's go to the motel so we won't be disturbed.
Doon tayo sa motel para hindi tayo maabala.
A hideout or secret place for last-minute activities.
You know, the motel is for secret rendezvous.
Alam mo na, ang motel ay para sa mga secret rendezvous.
A place often used for wild parties.
That motel, it's often where wild parties happen.
Ang motel na 'yan, madalas yan sa mga wild party.