Pamahayan (en. Habitat)

pa-ma-ha-yan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place where a person or group of people live.
Their dwelling is made of wood and stone.
Ang kanilang pamahayan ay ginawa mula sa kahoy at bato.
The natural environment suitable for a species of animals or plants.
The forest is a great habitat for birds.
Ang kagubatan ay isang magandang pamahayan para sa mga ibon.
Dwelling of people or beings.
There are many forms of housing in the rural areas.
Maraming paraan ng pamahayan sa mga kanayunan.

Etymology

from the root 'pamahay', meaning place of residence.

Common Phrases and Expressions

habitat of humans
The place where humans reside.
pamahayan ng mga tao

Related Words

housing
A means of providing shelter to people.
pamahahay
any home
Any type of house or dwelling.
alinmang tahanan

Slang Meanings

House
Let's go to their place, it's fun here!
Dito tayo sa pamahayan nila, ang saya dito!
Home
Join us at home, there's a feast!
Sama ka sa amin sa pamahayan, may handaan!
Place to rest
Vacation is almost here, time to rest at home!
Malapit na ang bakasyon, panahon na para magpahinga sa pamahayan!