Apuyan (en. God)

a-pu-yan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of god or spirit in Philippine indigenous mythology.
In their culture, Bathala is the most prominent apuyan.
Sa kanilang kultura, si Bathala ang pinakabantog na apuyan.
A term for a supreme being or powerful entity.
They believe that the apuyan has the ability to provide protection.
Naniniwala silang ang apuyan ay may kakayahang magbigay ng proteksyon.

Etymology

From the word 'apu', meaning leader or God.

Common Phrases and Expressions

source of fire
a source of fire or light.
apuyan ng apoy

Related Words

god
A powerful being worshipped by humans.
diyos

Slang Meanings

Doesn't care or is not bothered.
He/she is just apuyan with what they are saying, he/she is not bothered.
Apuyan na lang siya sa mga sinasabi nila, hindi siya bothered.
Cool or chill.
He/she is just apuyan about the issues, just chill.
Sobrang apuyan lang siya sa mga issues, chill lang.