Laylayan (en. Hem)

/laɪˈlaɪjan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A part of fabric that hangs or is attached to the side or bottom of an item, often used for embellishment or decoration.

The hem of her dress is golden and has embroidery.

Ang laylayan ng kanyang baro ay kulay ginto at may mga burda.

The lowest part or edge of something.

The base of the mountain is covered with trees.

Ang laylayan ng bundok ay natatakpan ng mga puno.

root word: laylay

fringe of society

refers to people or groups at the lowest level of society.

laylayan ng lipunan

interior

a part attached inside or a piece of fabric meant to provide decoration or design.

dahili

those on the fringes of society

Of course, we should not forget the marginalized in our projects.

Siyempre, hindi natin dapat kalimutan ang mga laylayan ng lipunan sa ating mga proyekto.

the poor

We should help the less fortunate, especially during the rainy season.

Dapat tayong tumulong sa mga laylayan, lalo na sa panahon ng tag-ulan.

marginalized people

Many marginalized individuals need attention from the government.

Maraming mga laylayan ang nangangailangan ng atensyon mula sa gobyerno.