Danlay (en. Fledgling)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A young bird that has just left its nest.
The fledgling can often be seen on the branches of trees while learning to fly.
Ang danlay ay madalas na makikita sa mga sanga ng puno habang natututo itong lumipad.
A young person or novice in a field or profession.
As a fledgling in her new job, she is full of enthusiasm and determination.
Bilang isang danlay sa kanyang bagong trabaho, siya ay puno ng pagpupunyagi at determinasyon.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fledgling in business
A newcomer in business who is still learning.
danlay sa negosyo

Related Words

emergent
A term that refers to those that are newly emerged or beginning to grow.
sibil

Slang Meanings

Moves or runs quickly
Wow, Jun is so fast at danlay, like the wind!
Grabe, ang bilis ni Jun sa pagdanlay, parang hangin!
In a hurry
Sorry, I danlayed because I was late for class.
Pasensya na, nagdanlay ako dahil nalate na ako sa klase.
Escaping or avoiding a situation
He ran behind the buildings to avoid the situation, he danlayed.
Tumakbo siya sa likod ng buildings para makaiwas, nagdanlay siya.