Paulanan (en. Substituent)

/pɑːuˈlɑːnɑn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person or thing that replaces or provides a substitute.
He is the substitute for my banking needs, always helping me in every situation.
Siya ang paulanan ng aking pagka-bangko, na tumulong sa akin sa lahat ng oras.
A quality that allows accepting another thing as a substitute.
His ability as a substitute in his job is highly needed.
Ang kanyang kakayahan bilang paulanan sa kanyang trabaho ay higit na kinakailangan.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'paulan' meaning 'to substitute' or 'to replace.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

substitute at work
A person who takes over a role or position in the workplace.
paulanan sa trabaho

Related Words

repetition
The process of replacing or recreating something.
pagpapaulit

Slang Meanings

get-together
We're having a get-together on Saturday, come along!
Meron tayong paulanan sa Sabado, sama ka!
hangout session
We went to the hangout session earlier, it was fun!
Pumunta tayo sa paulanan kanina, ang saya!
cheers
Let's drink! Cheers!
Magpaulan tayo! Tagay na tayo!
beer party
They had a beer party at Mark's house last night.
Nagpaulan sila sa bahay ni Mark kagabi.