Laya (en. Freedom)

la-ya

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

The state of being free or unimpeded.

Everyone has the right to enjoy freedom.

Ang bawat tao ay may karapatang magtamasa ng laya.

A state where a person or group is not restricted by laws or by others.

The freedom of expression is vital in democracy.

Ang laya ng pagpapahayag ay mahalaga sa demokrasya.

The ability to act according to one's own will.

The freedom to choose a job brings happiness.

Ang laya sa pagpili ng trabaho ay nagbibigay ng kasiyahan.

From the Spanish word 'libre'.

freedom of speech

The right to express one's thoughts or opinions.

laya ng salita

freedom of citizens

Rights enjoyed by people in a society.

laya ng mga mamamayan

free

State of being unimpeded or unrestricted.

malaya

liberty

A concept referring to being free from restrictions.

kalayaan

freedom; being free

I hope we all achieve the freedom we desire.

Sana lahat tayo'y makuha ang laya na hinahangad.

to loosen up; to chill

Just chill, life isn't as serious as you think.

Mag-laya ka na, hindi kasing seryoso ng iniisip mo ang buhay.

to break free from constraints or rules

I need to free myself from others' expectations.

Kailangan kong laya ang sarili ko sa mga inaasahan ng iba.