Amas (en. Embrace)

/ˈamas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

An act of hugging or touching a person or thing.

Her embraces are full of love and care.

Ang kanyang mga amas ay puno ng pagmamahal at pagkalinga.

A firm grip or support.

The embrace of his family gives him strength.

Ang amas ng kanyang pamilya ay nagbibigay sa kanya ng lakas.

Second language of Indigenous Filipinos

Don't be afraid of embraces.

Don't hesitate to connect and reach out to others.

Huwag kang matakot sa mga amas.

hug

A way to show love or friendship through physical contact.

yakap

kiss

A way of showing love or respect through the touching of lips.

halik

Goodbye to a relationship or friendship

Are you two done? The memories left were fun!

Amas na kayo? Ang saya sa mga alaalang naiwan!

Cutting ties or breaking off

I think it's over for us; they're not replying anymore.

Parang ams na ata siya sa akin, hindi na siya nagrereply.

To give up or surrender

I'm tired of giving in; it seems like they don't care.

Nagsawa na akong magpaka-amas, parang hindi naman siya nagmamalasakit.