Liwaliw (en. Frolicsome)

li-wa-liw

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Contains joy or excitement.
The children frolicked in the park in the middle of summer.
Ang mga bata ay nagliwaliw sa parke sa gitna ng tag-init.
Lively and full of life.
The frolicsome music brought joy to the guests of the feast.
Ang liwaliw na musika ay nagbigay saya sa mga bisita ng handaan.
Expressed joy through movements or actions.
Her frolicsome movements in the dance caught everyone's attention.
Ang kanyang liwaliw na paggalaw sa sayaw ay nahuli ang atensyon ng lahat.

Etymology

This is derived from the translation of the word 'giddy' or 'frolicsome' in English.

Common Phrases and Expressions

frolicking of children
The lively running and playing of children.
liwaliw ng mga bata
frolic under the moon
Joyful movement or activity at night.
liwaliw sa ilalim ng buwan

Related Words

happiness
A feeling of joy or delight.
kasiyahan
celebration
The activity of joy or festivity.
pagsasaya

Slang Meanings

a kind of fun or enjoyment
Let's join the fun at the beach later!
Sama na tayo sa liwaliw sa beach mamaya!
to have fun or enjoy without any worries
She’s just acting like it’s a carefree moment, just pure fun!
Parang bailiwag lang ang peg niya, puro liwaliw lang!
getting together with friends
Let's hang out at Mark's house, it's fun there!
Liwaliw tayo sa bahay ni Mark, masaya dun!