Palampinan (en. Absorbent pad)

/pəˌlɑːmˈpiː.nɑn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of material used to absorb liquids or waste.
She used an absorbent pad to prevent the baby's urine from leaking.
Gumamit siya ng palampinan para hindi tumagas ang ihi ng sanggol.
Material that is commonly used in diapers or sanitary napkins.
Thanks to the absorbent pad, babies are more comfortable in their diapers.
Dahil sa palampinan, naging mas komportable ang mga sanggol sa kanilang lampin.
The property of an item that can absorb liquid.
The absorbent pad is essential to keep the child's skin dry.
Mahalaga ang palampinan upang mapanatiling tuyo ang balat ng bata.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'lampin' meaning 'diaper' or 'pad'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

baby diaper
Diaper used for newborns or infants.
lampin ng sanggol

Related Words

diaper
A piece of cloth used as a cover for babies.
lampin

Slang Meanings

for enjoyment
Come on, let's hang out at the beach later!
Tara, magpalampinan tayo sa beach mamaya!
togetherness or bonding
I want to hang out with my friends.
Gusto ko ng palampinan kasama ang mga kaibigan ko.
a little fun or celebration
They have a gathering for his birthday.
May palampinan sila para sa kanyang kaarawan.