Gaway (en. Fight)
/ɡawɑɪ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A physical fight or argument between two or more people.
There was a fight in the street that resulted in the car's windows breaking.
Nagkaroon ng gaway sa kalsada na nagresulta sa pagkakabasag ng salamin ng sasakyan.
A misunderstanding that leads to an argument.
The fight between friends didn't last long and they reconciled.
Ang gaway sa pagitan ng magkaibigan ay hindi nagtagal at sila'y nagkaayos.
Common Phrases and Expressions
don't get involved in a fight
Do not interfere or participate in a conflict situation.
huwag makialam sa gaway
Related Words
fight
A word indicating war or conflict.
away
do
A verb meaning to do or to act.
gawa
Slang Meanings
continuous work
Come on, let's keep gaway on the project so we can finish it quickly.
Sige, gaway lang tayo sa project, para matapos agad.
diligent action
So many people are gaway on the street, it feels like a festival!
Ang dami ng naggagaway sa kalsada, parang fiesta!
laid-back work
I’m just here, gawaying away, not rushing.
Dito lang ako, gaway lang nang gaway, hindi nagmamadali.