Bitay (en. Hanging)

bi-tay

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A method of punishment by hanging.
Hanging is a brutal punishment for criminals.
Ang bitay ay isang malupit na parusa sa mga kriminal.
The act of taking a person's life by hanging.
They executed a criminal by hanging.
Nagsagawa sila ng bitay sa isang salarin.
A form of punishment formerly used in many societies.
Many people opposed hanging in their country.
Maraming tao ang tumutol sa bitay sa kanilang bansa.

Etymology

Created from 'Malasakit'

Common Phrases and Expressions

hanging of justice
The execution of punishment or sentence on an offender.
bitay ng hustisya

Related Words

punishment
A method of penalizing offenders.
parusa
justice
The principle of promoting what is right and ensuring order.
hustisya

Slang Meanings

saying 'good life' or 'long live'
Hi, buddy! What's the news?
Bitay, pre! Anong balita?
a word used to tease or provoke
Just joking, no hard feelings here!
Bitay na lang, walang galit-galit dito!
like 'bro', a common call for a friend
Hey, what are our plans later?
Bitay, anong plano natin mamaya?