Palamayanan (en. Community)

/palamaˈjan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A group of people living in the same area with shared goals or interests.
The community is essential for the development of culture and tradition.
Ang palamayanan ay mahalaga sa pag-unlad ng kultura at tradisyon.
A local association where people collaborate for the benefit of each other.
We should promote projects for our community.
Dapat nating isulong ang mga proyekto para sa ating palamayanan.
The state of unity and collaboration among people.
The presence of a good community strengthens the bond.
Ang pagkakaroon ng magandang palamayanan ay nagpapalakas ng samahan.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'palama' meaning companion or welcoming, and 'nayan' referring to a locality or community.

Common Phrases and Expressions

customs of the community
Standards or traditions followed by a group.
mga kagawian ng palamayanan
development of the community
Promotion of welfare and well-being of a group.
pag-unlad ng palamayanan

Related Words

place
A specific location where a community can be identified.
pook
socio-economics
Refers to the relationship between social and economic aspects of a community.
sosyo-ekonomiya

Slang Meanings

community
Our barangay is a happy community.
Ang barangay namin ay isang masayang palamayanan.
society
Sometimes, our society unites for projects.
Minsan, ang palamayanan natin ay nagkakaisa sa mga proyekto.
friend group
We are all together in our community, like one big friend group.
Sama-sama kami sa aming palamayanan, parang isang malaking barkadahan.