Talan (en. Basket)

/tálan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A container typically made of any material used to store or carry items.
He used a basket to bring his groceries from the market.
Gumamit siya ng talan upang dalhin ang kanyang pamilin mula sa pamilihan.
An item capable of holding objects of weight or quantity.
She placed fruits in the basket to bring home.
Naglagay siya ng mga prutas sa talan para dalhin ito sa bahay.
A hand-carried container used for shorter and more manageable items.
The basket is lighter compared to other carriers.
Ang talan ay mas magaan kumpara sa ibang mga pagdadala.

Common Phrases and Expressions

basket of fruits
a basket filled with fruits
talan ng prutas

Related Words

cargo
any items transported using a basket or other containers.
kargamento

Slang Meanings

to be a very close friend or acquaintance
Marco is my talan in all my problems.
Si Marco ang talan ko sa lahat ng aking mga problema.
a local or native person
A talan here teaches the traditions.
Isang talan dito sa amin ang nagtuturo ng mga tradisyon.
often a companion
Alright, join me, you're my talan anyway!
Sige, sama ka na rin, talan naman kita!