Kamay (en. Hand)

/ka-'maɪ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A part of the body used for touching, holding, and movement.

He used his hand to hold the ball.

Gumamit siya ng kanyang kamay upang hawakan ang bola.

A unit of measurement referring to the width of a person's hand.

The table is three hands wide.

Ang mesa ay may lapad na tatlong kamay.

A symbol of power or ability in some cultures.

The hand of the law enforces the rules.

Ang kamay ng batas ay nagpapatupad ng mga alituntunin.

from ancient Tagalog words

iron hand

A style of leadership that is strict and ruthless.

kamay na bakal

hand in hand

Carrying out something together or cooperatively.

kamay sa kamay

finger

One of the five parts of the hand used for action and holding.

daliri

palm

The part of the hand used for holding or gripping.

palad

hand (used in communication)

Use your hands to show what you mean.

Gamitin mo ang kamay mo para ipakita ang gusto mong sabihin.

hands (referring to a friend or close buddy)

My friend and I are like hands, we're always together!

Parang kami na ng kamay ko, lagi na kaming magkasama!

hands (referring to quick actions or movements)

Your hands are so fast, I'm envious!

Bilis ng kamay mo, nakakainggit!

hands (help from a friend)

Thanks for your help, I know I couldn't do that alone.

Salamat sa kamay mo, noto ko na hindi ko kaya yun mag-isa.