Pamento (en. Shelter)
pa-men-to
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of shelter or source of protection from the elements.
We need a shelter from the rain.
Kailangan natin ng pamento mula sa ulan.
A structure that provides temporary housing.
The evacuees have shelter at the school.
May pamento ang mga evacuees sa paaralan.
Etymology
From the Spanish word 'pamento'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Look for shelter
Look for a place to live or shelter.
Maghanap ng pamento
Related Words
home
A permanent residence or house.
tahanan
Slang Meanings
Gathering of kids or youth, usually playing and having fun.
The kids' gathering in the barangay was so fun, they all played hide and seek.
Ang saya sa pamento ng mga bata sa barangay, lahat sila ay naglalaro ng tagu-taguan.
A person who is happy or cheerful in their surroundings.
My brother is always in a good mood, no matter what happens.
Yung kapatid ko, lagi lang nasa pamento kahit anong mangyari.
Gathering in a place for activities.
We have a gathering in the school gym later for the talent show.
May pamento kami sa school gym mamaya para sa talent show.