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    Lamay (en. Wake)

    la-mai

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A ritual of remembrance and mourning for the deceased person.
    They held a wake at the house of the deceased grandfather.
    Nagdaos sila ng lamay sa bahay ng yumaong lolo.
    The process of bringing people together to provide support to the bereaved.
    Many friends came to the wake to offer condolences.
    Maraming kaibigan ang dumating sa lamay upang makiramay.
    The act of honoring and valuing the deceased.
    The wake is a time for reflection and concern.
    Ang lamay ay oras ng pagninilay at pag-aalala.

    Etymology

    From the word 'lamay' referring to the ritual of mourning the deceased.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    wake of a person
    gathering for a deceased person
    lamay ng tao
    ninth day
    remembrance and prayers for the deceased
    pagsisiyam

    Related Words

    ritual visit
    A tradition of discussing with the family of the chosen partner related to the wake.
    pamamanhikan
    sweating
    An expression of grief and regret often associated with the wake.
    buhos ng pawis

    Slang Meanings

    Grieving or paying respects to the deceased.
    It feels like I want to mourn too, the atmosphere is so sad.
    Parang gusto ko na ring maglamay, ang lungkot ng paligid.
    Grieving a bit exaggerated or as a form of consolation.
    So many people mourned on Facebook, it's like everyone was super close to the deceased.
    Ang dami nang naglamay sa Facebook, para bang lahat sila ay super close sa namatay.