Pabandehahan (en. Floodplain)

/pə.bãn.de.ha.han/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place that typically floods and is formed beside a river.
The floodplain is often converted into farmland because of the fertile soil.
Ang pabandehahan ay kadalasang ginagawang sakahan dahil sa masaganang lupa.
A broad and flat land that is often inundated by waters from the river.
The floodplain is important to the ecosystem as a habitat for many animals.
Ang pabandehahan ay mahalaga sa ekosistema bilang tirahan ng maraming hayop.

Common Phrases and Expressions

river floodplain
An area frequently flooded near a waterway.
pabandehan ng ilog

Related Words

flood
The rising of water onto land due to heavy rainfall or the increase of river water.
baha
river
A natural watercourse that flows across land.
ilog

Slang Meanings

A gathering for friends or companions for an activity.
Let's have a gathering at Marco's house later, come on!
Magpabandehahan tayo sa bahay ni Marco mamaya, tara!
An informal get-together or meal.
Come on, let's just have a get-together and bring food!
Tara, magpabandehahan na lang tayo at magdala ng pagkain!
A social event to promote relaxation and catch-up.
We're organizing a gathering so everyone can catch up.
Gumagawa kami ng pabandehahan para makapag-catch up lahat.