Lahi (en. Race)

/ˈla-hi/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A group of people with common characteristics or origins.

The Filipino race is known for its traditions.

Ang lahi ng mga Pilipino ay kilala sa kanilang mga tradisyon.

Differences in race contribute to cultural richness.

There are various races that connect our society.

Mayroong iba't ibang lahi na nag-uugnay sa ating lipunan.

A category of people based on their physical characteristics.

Race reflects the physical traits of a person.

Sinasalamin ng lahi ang mga pisikal na katangian ng isang tao.

Tagalog word derived from the root 'lahing'

race of the nation

people originated from a specific country or region

lahi ng bayan

don’t judge the race

everyone should be treated equally regardless of their race

huwag husgahan ang lahi

characteristic

Specific traits that describe a race.

katangian

culture

The entirety of behaviors, views, and traditions of a race.

kultura

a crude or unrefined type of person

Wow, his kind is like those crazy people.

Grabe, ang lahi niya parang mga nakakahibang lang na tao.

a group of people with similarities

Let’s stick together, we’re all part of the same group of hangouts!

Sama-sama tayo, lahi natin ang mga tambay!

closeness or camaraderie

Their group in school is just so fun!

Ang lahi nila sa eskwela, ang saya lang!