Ay (en. Is)

/ˈaj/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
preposition
Used to indicate the state or contradiction of something.
She is beautiful.
Siya ay maganda.

Etymology

The word 'ay' indicates a simple contradiction or state description.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Oh! How great!
Is a phrase expressing admiration.
Ay! Napakagaling!

Related Words

you (plural)
A word used to address 'you' in plural or respectful form.
kayo

Slang Meanings

Wow
Wow, it's so fun here!
Ay, grabe ang saya saya dito!
I wish everyone
I wish everyone had a new cellphone!
Ay, sana all may bagong cellphone!
Oh, wow!
Oh, wow! You look great today!
Ay, aba, wow! Ang ganda mo ngayon!
Oh no!
Oh no! I forgot my project!
Ay, naku! Nakalimutan ko ang project ko!