Kayas (en. Wood)

/ˈka.jas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of material that comes from a tree.
They use wood to make furniture.
Gumagamit sila ng kayas upang gumawa ng mga muwebles.
The part of a tree used in construction.
The wood is important in building a house.
Ang kayas ay mahalaga sa paggawa ng bahay.
Material used in various arts and crafts.
Because of the wood, he created an elegant sculpture.
Dahil sa kayas, nakagawa siya ng magarang eskultura.

Etymology

From the Tagalog term combined to indicate wood-like material.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Make wood
To create using wood or kayas.
Gumawa ng kayas

Related Words

airflow
Refers to the air that can pass through the gaps of wood.
kahanginan
gathering
The act of gathering scattered wood or kayas.
hakot

Slang Meanings

A strong or tough person
Our squad is so tough, they can handle anything.
Sobrang kayas ng tropa namin, kayang-kaya ang lahat.
An attractive or good-looking person
Her outfit is beautiful, she's so attractive!
Ganda ng suot niya, ang kayas!
Having many abilities or skills
He has so many skills, he can do magic, juggle, and dance!
Ang dami niyang kayas, kaya niyang mag-magic, mag-juggle at mag-dance!