Payaso (en. Clown)
pa-ya-so
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who performs funny acts or comic performances at circuses or events.
The clown showcased his tricks in the featured show.
Ang payaso ay nagpakita ng kanyang mga trick sa tampok na palabas.
A character usually dressed in colorful attire and with painted face.
The clown brought joy to the children with his colorful costume.
Ang payaso ay nagdala ng saya sa mga bata sa kanyang makulay na costume.
A person who wastes time or unintentionally becomes laughable.
Sometimes, clowns become charming with their antics.
Minsan, ang mga payaso ay nagiging kaakit-akit sa kanilang mga gawi.
Etymology
Spanish word: payaso (clown)
Common Phrases and Expressions
town clown
Refers to a person who is always funny or laughed at by others.
payaso ng bayan
Related Words
circus
A place or event where various forms of entertainment and performances by artists, including clowns, take place.
tsirk
entertainment
Activities that bring joy or amusement, often utilized by clowns in their performances.
entertainment
Slang Meanings
fool (dumb or worthless)
That's why you get embarrassed, fool! You're like a clown in front of people.
Kaya ka napapahiya, tanga! Parang payaso ka na lang sa harap ng tao.
people who joke around or make others laugh
They're the clowns who make people laugh on the corner, so funny!
Sila yung mga payaso na nagpapatawa sa kanto, nakakatuwa!
infantry or front liners in street chaos
Those clowns outside are the first ones facing the problems.
Yung mga payaso sa labas, sila yung mga naunang sumasalubong sa mga problema.