Lumayin (en. To change)

/luˈma.jin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

A verb that means to change shape or posture.

The fishes move to the darker parts of their bodies.

Ang mga buli ay lumayin sa mas madilim na bahagi ng katawan.

Refers to feelings or thoughts that change.

In the coming years, human nature will shift towards their dreams.

Sa darating na mga taon, ang kalikasan ng tao ay lumayin sa kanilang mga pangarap.

To acquire a different form or figure based on context.

We need to change our strategy to adapt to the new situation.

Kailangan naming lumayin ang aming diskarte upang umangkop sa bagong sitwasyon.

from the root word 'layin', meaning to change shape or posture.

change according to desire

to adapt based on preference

lumayin sa gusto

change

The process of moving from one state to another.

pagbabago

adjust

An action of adapting to situations or conditions.

adjust

To relax or to relieve stress.

Go ahead and chill for a while while you think.

Sige, lumayin ka muna sa tabi habang nag-iisip.

To show up at a place unexpectedly.

I accidentally showed up at the party even though I wasn't invited.

Nag-lumayin ako kanina sa party kahit di ako invited.