Kabya (en. Dance)

/kab-ya/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
An action that describes the movement of the body or expression.
The children danced in front of their parents.
Ang mga bata ay nagkabya sa harap ng kanilang mga magulang.
An action that expresses joy or celebration.
During the festival, everyone danced as a sign of their happiness.
Sa pista, ang lahat ay nagkabya bilang tanda ng kanilang kaligayahan.

Etymology

Ilocano language, meaning 'to dance' or 'to summon.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Dance in the dance
Hold a dance or participate in a dance party.
Kabya sa sayaw

Related Words

dancing
An activity where a person or group moves to the rhythm of music.
pagsayaw

Slang Meanings

Very happy or extremely happy
I was so kabya when I got the scholarship!
Kabya ako nung nakuha ko yung scholarship!
Just chill or relax
I'm just kabya today, I have nothing to do.
Kabya lang ako ngayon, wala akong gagawin.
Cool or awesome
This hoodie is kabya, so nice!
Kabya ng hoodie na 'to, ang ganda!