Ligaya (en. Joy)
lee-gah-yah
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of happiness or delight.
Her joy is evident in her smile.
Ang kanyang ligaya ay makikita sa kanyang ngiti.
Intense happiness or pleasure brought by a wonderful event.
Her victory in the competition brought joy.
Nagdulot ng ligaya ang kanyang pagkapanalo sa paligsahan.
Happiness felt from simple things.
Joy in small things is important.
Ang ligaya sa mga maliliit na bagay ay mahalaga.
Etymology
Tagalog term often associated with happiness and joy.
Common Phrases and Expressions
joy of life
The things or people that bring happiness in life.
ligaya ng buhay
brought joy
Brought happiness or delight.
nagdulot ng ligaya
Related Words
happiness
A broader state of being happy.
kaligayahan
bliss
An alternative term for joy.
saya
Slang Meanings
Joy or Happiness
I saw the joy on her face when she received the gift.
Nakita ko ang ligaya sa mukha niya nang matanggap niya ang regalo.
Celebration
The party was filled with joy and laughter.
Ang party ay puno ng ligaya at tawanan.
Good vibes
The people here are so joyful, there’s a lot of good vibes!
Sobrang ligaya ng mga tao dito, ang daming good vibes!