Ilay (en. Embrace)

/iˈlai/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A form of hug full of love and warmth.

The mother's ilay to her child is full of love.

Ang ilay ng ina sa kanyang anak ay punung-puno ng pag-ibig.

A greeting or connection filled with emotion.

The ilay of those in love is a symbol of their union.

Ang ilay ng mga nagmamahalan ay simbolo ng kanilang pagsasama.

from the word 'ilay' meaning 'to evoke feelings or emotions'

I embrace you

to come close or hug with love

ilay kita

hug

An action of touching with the arms to show love or care.

yakap

A term used to refer to a beautiful or attractive girl.

My mother was really an ilay in her youth!

Ang inay ko, napaka-ilay talaga niya noong kabataan niya!

An enjoyable person or someone who is fun to be with.

All my friends are such ilay when it comes to having fun!

Ang mga barkada ko, lahat sila'y mga ilay sa saya!