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    Kaluwayan (en. Freedom)

    /kaluˈwajan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    Freedom from any form of abuse or restraint.
    Everyone has the right to freedom.
    Ang bawat tao ay may karapatan sa kaluwayan.
    The state of being free or unobstructed.
    Freedom is an important part of democracy.
    Ang kaluwayan ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng demokrasya.
    The opportunity to make decisions without limitations.
    Having freedom allows individuals to live according to their desires.
    Ang pagkakaroon ng kaluwayan ay nagbibigay-daan sa indibidwal na mamuhay nang ayon sa kanilang nais.

    Etymology

    from the root word 'luway' which means loose or spacious.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    freedom of thought
    The freedom to think and express oneself.
    kaluwayan ng isip
    freedom of a nation
    The freedom or independence of a nation from other countries.
    kaluwayan ng bansa

    Related Words

    free
    A term referring to the state of being without obstruction or hindrance.
    malaya
    freedom
    A shorter and simpler word for freedom.
    laya

    Slang Meanings

    regret over mistakes
    That's a good lesson, I hope you won't have regrets next time.
    Magandang leksyon 'yan, sana hindi ka mag-kaluwayan sa susunod.
    lack of direction or hope
    It seems like the youth here have no way out.
    Parang walang kaluwayan ang mga kabataan dito.
    due to poverty or lack of good circumstances
    Life here in our barangay has no way out.
    Walang kaluwayan ang buhay dito sa barangay namin.