Puwerto (en. Port)
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Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A place by the water used by ships for docking and departure.
Cargo ships docked at the port of Manila.
Ang mga cargo ship ay nagdaong sa puwerto ng Maynila.
A harbor with facilities for loading and unloading goods and people.
There are many shops and restaurants around the port.
Mayroong maraming mga tindahan at kainan sa paligid ng puwerto.
Etymology
From the Spanish 'puerto' meaning harbor or port.
Common Phrases and Expressions
town port
Port that serves as the main dock of a town.
puwerto ng bayan
Related Words
ship
A large sea vehicle used for carrying people or goods.
barko
Slang Meanings
Room; a place to sleep or rest
Come into my room, it's a bit messy but it's okay.
Pumasok ka sa puwerto ko, medyo magulo pero okay lang.
Vehicle or place for people
Here in the spot, this is where we'll meet later.
Dito sa puwerto, dito tayo magkikita mamaya.