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    Lawayan (en. Lake)

    /laˈwa.jan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A body of water larger than a pond.
    The lake is filled with fish and other natural resources.
    Ang lawayan ay puno ng mga isda at ibang likas na yaman.
    A body of water that does not flow.
    The lake in our town is a favorite spot for people.
    Ang lawayan sa aming bayan ay paboritong pasyalan ng mga tao.

    Etymology

    Originates from the root 'lawa' referring to a lake or body of water.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    water bodies of the lake
    Water sources near the lake.
    katubigan ng lawayan

    Related Words

    pond
    A water body smaller than a lake.
    lawa
    river
    A flowing body of water.
    ilog

    Slang Meanings

    just playing around, no seriousness
    They're just like playing around, they don't realize they're not on the same page.
    Parang lawayan lang sila, di nila alam na di sila nagkakasundo.
    people full of gossip
    The gossip in this barangay is overwhelming, it's all just stories.
    Ang lawayan sa barangay na 'to, lahat kwento lang.