Salawalan (en. Celebration)
/sala'walan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A traditional celebration or gathering.
The salawalan aims to celebrate the community's achievements.
Ang salawalan ay naglalayong ipagdiwang ang mga tagumpay ng komunidad.
A celebration usually held on a specific occasion.
The salawalan in January showcases the beauty of the culture.
Ang salawalan sa Enero ay nagpapakita ng kagandahan ng kultura.
An occasion for collective celebration due to significant events.
The salawalan after the elections was filled with joy.
Ang salawalan matapos ang eleksyon ay puno ng kasiyahan.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'salaw' referring to various forms of celebration
Common Phrases and Expressions
Community Celebration
A celebration that brings together all people in a province or town.
Salawalan ng mga bayan
The celebration is a sign of unity
The celebration is a symbol of togetherness.
Ang salawalan ay tanda ng pagkakaisa
Related Words
togetherness
The gathering of people for an occasion or celebration.
pagsasama
occasion
A specific instance that is given special celebration.
okasyon
Slang Meanings
a person who is pitiful or useless
The salawalan of life can be painful sometimes.
Ang salawalan ng buhay ay nagiging masakit minsan.
sad or descending into unhappiness
He became salawalan after losing his job.
Naging salawalan siya pagkatapos mawalan ng trabaho.
aimless in life
He seems salawalan, not knowing what to do.
Parang salawalan na lang siya, hindi alam ang gagawin.