Patahanan (en. Shelter)

/pa-ta-ha-nan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place where one can hide or rest.
Our shelter is clean and well-ventilated.
Ang ating patahanan ay malinis at maaliwalas.
Can also be used in the context of temporary housing.
During a storm, people's shelters become more important.
Sa panahon ng bagyo, ang patahanan ng mga tao ay nagiging mas importante.

Etymology

Root word: tahanan (home) + patahanan (place to stay)

Common Phrases and Expressions

children's shelter
A place that provides accommodation for children, often an institution.
patahanan ng mga bata

Related Words

home
The primary residence of a family or individual.
tahanan
shelter
A place that provides protection or comfort to people.
kanlungan

Slang Meanings

A person who is annoying or has actions that irritate.
Oh my, this annoying person, all they do is tease.
Ay naku, ang patahanan na ito, wala talagang ginawa kundi mang-asar.
A term used among friends for someone who is obsessed or very cheerful.
In our group of friends, we call him 'patahanan' because he always has snacks like Pringles.
Dito sa aming barkada, tawag namin sa kanya 'patahanan' kasi lagi siyang may pasalubong na pringles.