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    Muwelye (en. Dock)

    mu-we-lye

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A structure of stone or wood that extends into the water to serve as a dock for boats.
    The ship arrived at the dock to unload its cargo.
    Dumating ang barko sa muwelye upang i- unload ang kargamento nito.
    A part of the shore that is expanded for the purpose of harboring water vessels.
    We need to repair the dock because it was damaged by the storm.
    Kailangan nating ayusin ang muwelye dahil nasira ito ng bagyo.
    Facilitates where boats can be parked or tied.
    There are docks by the river for local fishermen.
    May mga muwelye sa tabi ng ilog para sa mga lokal na mangingisda.

    Etymology

    Originates from the Spanish word 'muelle' meaning dock or jetty.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Dock for boats
    A place where boats dock.
    Muwelye ng mga bangka

    Related Words

    port
    A large dock with facilities for watercraft.
    pantalan

    Slang Meanings

    Awesome
    Your muwelye looks awesome!
    Ang ganda ng muwelye mo, petmalu!
    Not stylish
    He's not muwelye, he's not stylish!
    Hindi siya muwelye, walang kapa siya!
    Exciting/Thrilling
    She feels thrilled when she's around.
    Muwelye na muwelye siya when she's around.