Lanay (en. Beautiful woman)

/lɐˈnaɪ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A word that refers to an attractive woman or beautiful being.
The beautiful women at the festival are charming and full of joy.
Ang mga lanay sa festival ay kaakit-akit at puno ng aliw.
Name for a particular type of woman with a high level of beauty.
She is a true lanay, many admire her beauty.
Siya ay isang tunay na lanay, marami ang humahanga sa kanyang ganda.

Etymology

Hindi, Sanskrit

Common Phrases and Expressions

beauty of beauty
refers to a high level of beauty in a person or thing
lanay ng kagandahan

Related Words

beauty
Refers to the quality of being beautiful.
kaganda

Slang Meanings

just chill or rest
Let's chill later, because I'm tired from work.
Lanay tayo mamaya, kasi pagod na ako sa trabaho.
take a break from stress
I need a break from schoolwork.
Kailangan ko ng lanay mula sa schoolwork.
proper rest
It's okay to take a day off to relax for myself.
Okay lang mag-lanay ng isang araw para sa sarili ko.