Paoohan (en. Shelter)
/paoˈohan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A place that provides protection or shelter.
We sought shelter from the heavy rain.
Naghanap kami ng paoohan mula sa malakas na ulan.
Structure or home that provides comfort to people.
The shelter in the village is crowded with people during the rainy season.
Ang paoohan sa nayon ay puno ng mga tao sa tag-ulan.
A mix or combination of customs and equipment that brings safety.
We need to prepare our shelter for the guests.
Kailangan naming ayusin ang aming paoohan para sa mga bisita.
Etymology
Origin comes from the word 'pao' which refers to person and 'ohan' which means place.
Common Phrases and Expressions
shelter of the inhabitants
A refuge for residents or local people.
paoohan ng mga nakatira
Related Words
shelter
Another term for shelter that provides protection from dangers.
shelter
Slang Meanings
Hangout or fun
Let's hang out at Mark's house later.
Tara, paoohan tayo sa bahay ni Mark mamaya.
Throwing a party
Do you know where Ana's party is tomorrow?
Alam mo ba kung saan ang paoohan ni Ana bukas?
Group of friends or get-together
There are so many people at Jake's hangout; all the friends are there.
Ang dami ng tao sa paoohan ni Jake, lahat ng ka-barkada andun.