Layko (en. To lay)

/ˈlaɪko/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to place or set something.
Lay the book on the table after you read it.
Layko ang libro sa mesa pagkatapos mong basahin.
The act of putting something in a specific position or location.
Lay the tools in their proper place.
Layko ang mga kagamitan sa kanilang tamang lugar.
Preparing or arranging something for use or for the next step.
Lay out your essentials before starting the project.
Layko muna ang iyong mga kailangan bago magsimula sa proyekto.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lay on the ground
To place or lay upon the ground.
layko sa lupa
lay down oneself
Expressing surrender or giving oneself up.
layko ang sarili

Related Words

to place
A verb similar to 'layko' which also refers to placement.
ilagay
to position
A verb meaning to position or arrange an object in a specific location.
pwestuhin

Slang Meanings

A person who doesn't care or is a troublemaker.
His layko behavior in class just causes trouble.
Ang layko niya sa klase, puro kalokohan lang ang ginagawa.
A group of friends who are always up to mischief.
Whenever Marco is around, everything turns into a layko conversation!
Basta kasama si Marco, talagang layko ang lahat ng usapan!
Someone who loves to experiment or try new, unusual things.
He's the layko in the group, always has a new idea.
Siya talaga ang layko sa grupo, laging may bagong idea.