Lumiyad (en. To sway)

/luˈmijaʔd/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

The act of moving from one direction or position.

He swayed while singing during the rain.

Lumiyad siya sa pagkanta habang umuulan.

The shifting of weight from one part to another.

Her body swayed whenever she taught.

Lumiyad ang kanyang katawan sa tuwing siya'y nagtuturo.

Movement typically associated with music or dance.

On stage, the dancers swayed like leaves in the wind.

Sa entablado, lumiyad ang mga dancers tulad ng mga dahon sa hangin.

From the word 'lihad' meaning movement from a direction.

sway to the rhythm

movement or dancing along with the music

lumiyad sa ritmo

dance

A movement or art form involving the movement of the body in time with music.

sayaw

movement

Action or transfer from one place or position.

galaw

to rise or have a better perspective

Elevate yourself a bit so you can see the beautiful view.

Lumiyad ka naman ng kaunti para makita mo ang magandang tanawin.

to be strong or not lose courage

Stand tall, you can do it!

Lumiyad ka, kaya mo 'yan!

to be confident or self-assured

You should stand tall when he's around.

Dapat lumiyad ka kapag nandiyan siya.