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    Alila (en. Servant)

    a-li-la

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A person who works for another, usually in household duties.
    The servant helps with the household chores.
    Ang alila ay tumutulong sa mga gawaing bahay.
    An employee who is under a master or holds responsibilities.
    The servants work for their masters.
    Ang mga alila ay nagtatrabaho para sa kanilang mga amo.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Spanish word 'alilado'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    servant without skin
    Servants who are in the lowest social status.
    alilang walang kutis

    Related Words

    assistant
    A person who helps or supports another, possibly not a registered servant.
    katulong

    Slang Meanings

    Just a mention, not very important.
    She’s just a side note to me, I don’t really pay attention to her.
    Alila lang siya sa akin, hindi ko siya pinapansin.
    A side note or an interference in matters one shouldn't meddle in.
    Don’t be an alila in our conversation, you’re not part of this.
    Wag kang alila sa usapan namin, hindi ka kasali dito.
    Not very noticeable or of little importance.
    His gifts for my birthday were just alila.
    Alila lang ang mga regalo niya sa kaarawan ko.