Lehia (en. Fragrance)
/le-hi-a/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of scent that is pleasant and enticing.
The fragrance of the flower is truly captivating.
Ang lehiya ng bulaklak ay talagang nakakahumaling.
The quality of scent that can bring satisfaction.
Sometimes, the fragrance of food drives me to the kitchen.
Minsan, ang lehiya ng pagkain ang nagtutulak sa akin sa kusina.
Etymology
From the Arabic word 'al-lahiya' which means 'fragrant'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fragrance of flowers
pleasant scent of flowers
lehia ng bulaklak
Related Words
perfume
A product used to scent the body or space.
pabango
color
Important aspects of fragrance that can evoke different emotions.
kulay
Slang Meanings
Bossy or attention-seeking.
This lehia is always around, can't just chill!
Ang lehiya na ito, lagi na lang nandiyan, hindi makapagpahinga!
Loves to create drama or scenes.
Why are you so lehia, always drama in life?
Bakit ang lehiya mo, laging drama sa buhay?