Aluyan (en. Sampaguita)

/a.lu.jan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of flower with white and fragrant blooms commonly used in decorations and ceremonies.
I love collecting aluyan to use as decorations in the house.
Mahilig akong mangolekta ng aluyan para gawing palamuti sa bahay.
A symbol of love and friendship in Filipino culture.
He offered the aluyan as a sign of his love.
Inialay niya ang aluyan bilang tanda ng kanyang pagmamahal.

Etymology

from the root word 'luya', meaning 'jasmine'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Wreath of love
Means expression of love or affection.
Aluyan ng pag-ibig

Related Words

flower
A part of a plant that is usually colorful and fragrant, regarded as a symbol of beauty.
bulaklak
ginger
The root from 'aluyan' that means spouse or partner.
luya

Slang Meanings

Everything is happening, and nothing can block the way.
It's all good now, so nothing can stop us!
Aluyan na, kaya't wala nang makakapigil sa atin!
Just keep going, no matter what.
Just keep it going, no matter what happens!
Tuloy lang sa aluyan, kahit ano pa ang mangyari!