Dalisay (en. Pure)

da-li-say

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Without any dirt or impurity.
This water is pure and safe to drink.
Ang tubig na ito ay dalisay at ligtas inumin.
Representing authenticity or truth.
Her honor is pure and without blemish.
Ang kanyang dangal ay dalisay at walang kapintasan.
Having a clean mind or intention.
He wants to help with pure intentions.
Nais niyang makatulong nang may dalisay na layunin.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'lisan' meaning 'clean' or 'pure'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

pure love
Love that is unconditional and full of genuine feelings.
dalisay na pag-ibig

Related Words

cleanliness
The state of being clean, free from dirt or impurities.
linis
sweetness
The quality of producing pleasant or agreeable feelings.
tamis

Slang Meanings

pure or clean spirit
Her character is pure, so everyone around her is touched by her goodness.
Dalisay ang pagkatao niya, kaya lahat ng tao sa paligid niya ay nahahawahan ng kanyang kabutihan.
completely true
What he says is pure, without any lies.
Yung mga sinasabi niya, dalisay, walang halong kasinungalingan.
fresh
His vibe is pure. It feels like a fresh breeze!
Yung dating niya, dalisay. Para kang na-freshan sa vibes niya!