Alampay (en. To spread out)

a-lam-pay

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of expression or act involving the spreading or dissemination of something.
The spread of news quickly reached the whole town.
Ang alampay ng mga balita ay mabilis na umabot sa buong bayan.
verb
The act of spreading information or something.
He spread out the invitations to his friends.
Nag-alampay siya ng mga paanyaya sa kanyang kaibigan.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'lampay' meaning a well-known noble.

Common Phrases and Expressions

spread of knowledge
Expression or publication of knowledge.
alampay ng kaalaman

Related Words

lampay
A root word related to alampay.
lampay

Slang Meanings

Understanding the situation
You know, I'm just aware of what you're going through, that's why I'm here for you.
Alam mo, alampay lang ako sa mga pinagdadaanan mo, kaya nandito ako para sayo.
Knowledge or information
Let's get updated on the latest news in the neighborhood, we have a meeting tomorrow.
Alampay tayo sa mga latest na balita sa barangay, may meeting tayo bukas.
Familiarity
Your familiarity with the people here is amusing, it's like you know everyone.
Ang alampay mo sa mga tao dito ay nakakatuwa, parang lahat kilala mo.