Inday (en. Young lady)
/in-dai/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A term of endearment for a young girl or maiden.
Inday is a great student.
Si Inday ay isang magaling na estudyante.
Often used as a way to address women by their name.
Inday, come here!
Inday, halika rito!
An affectionate term used by elders for the youth.
I love Inday as if she were my own child.
Mahal na mahal ko si Inday gaya ng isang anak.
Etymology
The term 'inday' originates from the indigenous languages of the Philippines.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Inday at the corner
A term for a maiden walking alongside the road.
Inday sa kanto
Inday, what's the news?
A question to know a person's status or news.
Inday, anong balita?
Related Words
woman
Refers to the female gender.
babae
dear
A kind of affection or endearment.
giliw
Slang Meanings
A female friend who is older than younger friends.
Inday, let's go to the mall, let's shop!
Inday, tara na sa mall, magshopping tayo!
A term of endearment showing love or care for a friend or family member.
I’m so happy, inday, you’re here now!
Ang saya-saya ko, inday, nandito ka na!
Another term for a girlfriend or special someone.
Inday, we have a date later, I’m so excited!
Inday, may date tayo mamaya, excited na ako!