Pamugaran (en. Shelter)
/pamutʃaˈran/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A place that can serve as shelter or residence.
The shelter for migrants is a basic need.
Ang pamugaran ng mga migrante ay isang pangunahing pangangailangan.
A structure that provides protection from bad weather.
Their shelter was built from local materials.
Ang kanilang pamugaran ay itinayo mula sa mga lokal na materyales.
Importance of a place for people or animals.
The shelters in the forest are important for birds.
Ang mga pamugaran sa kagubatan ay mahalaga para sa mga ibon.
Etymology
Root word: 'pugar' from Spanish 'pueblo' meaning community.
Common Phrases and Expressions
shelter for migrants
A place where people in need of protection reside.
pamugaran ng mga migrante
shelter under the bridge
A refuge place under a bridge structure.
pamugaran sa ilalim ng tulay
Related Words
pugar
The root word meaning to dwell or a place of refuge.
pugar
tahanan
A place where people live, usually offering protection and comfort.
tahanan
Slang Meanings
place to stay
Here in our barangay, the lodgings are really cheap.
Dito sa barangay namin, ang mga pamugaran ay murang-mura.
room
In the lodgings by the road, there are rooms that are cramped but affordable.
Sa mga pamugaran sa tabi ng kalsada, may mga kwarto na masikip pero abot-kaya.
home
The lodgings in the city are like a swift home for those using the MRT.
Ang mga pamugaran sa lungsod ay parang mabilisang tahanan para sa mga gumagamit ng MRT.
shelter
They need shelter while their house is being repaired.
Kailangan nila ng pamugaran habang inaayos ang kanilang bahay.