Luwa (en. Spit)

loo-wah

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The liquid that comes from the mouth when it is spat or expelled.
He looked and noticed the spit on his tongue.
Tumingin siya at napansin ang luwa sa kanyang dila.
verb
The act of expelling saliva from the mouth.
He spat water from his mouth after drinking.
Nagluwa siya ng tubig mula sa kanyang bibig matapos uminom.

Common Phrases and Expressions

spit out the mouth
Avoid speaking or talking bad.
luwain ang bibig

Related Words

saliva
The liquid produced by the mouth while food is being dissolved.
laway

Slang Meanings

Fight against sadness or hardship
You can do it, just keep fighting, for the brightness of your smile.
Kaya mo yan, laban lang, para sa luwang ng ngiti mo.
Just relax or enjoy
Let's go and chill at the beach later!
Tara na, luwang-luwang tayo sa beach mamaya!