Bihay (en. Free)

/biˈhay/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An item or service that is provided at no cost.
They provided free food to those in need.
Nagbigay sila ng bihay na pagkain sa mga nangangailangan.
The condition of being free or valid.
The free water for the elderly in that town is a good initiative.
Ang bihay ng tubig sa mga matatanda sa nasabing bayan ay isang magandang hakbang.
verb
The act of allowing or reducing obligation.
Free him from his debts now.
Bihayin mo na siya sa kanyang mga utang.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'bihay' meaning free or without cost.

Common Phrases and Expressions

free food
Provision of food at no cost.
bihay ng pagkain

Related Words

donation
Famous or known way of giving something for free like free food or services.
bihaya
charity
An act aimed at helping others without expecting anything in return.
kawanggawa

Slang Meanings

to stay cool or chill
I hope you just take it easy during the finals, it’s not that hard!
Sana mag-bihay ka lang sa finals, hindi mahirap yan!
to be relaxed or carefree
It's so much fun here, it feels like we're always just chilling!
Ang saya kaya ng ganap dito, parang lagi lang tayong bihay!
to lighten up a situation or mood
Let's take it easy, we can handle this!
Bihay lang tayo, kaya natin 'to!