Luwas (en. To emerge)

lu-was

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Refers to the action of coming out of a place.
People quickly emerged from the burning building.
Mabilis na luwas ang mga tao mula sa nasusunog na gusali.
To be free from danger or a bad situation.
He emerged unscathed from the complicated situation he was involved in.
Luwas siya sa masalimuot na sitwasyon na kanyang kinasangkutan.
To come out from a condition to continue on.
They need to emerge from the intense trial.
Kailangan nilang luwas mula sa matinding pagsubok.

Etymology

From the word 'luwas' meaning 'to come out' or 'to be free from a situation.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

he/she is safe now
It expresses that a person is now safe from danger.
luwas na siya
escaped from the clutches of death
To have overcome a severe danger.
luwas sa kamay ng kamatayan

Related Words

emergence
The process of liberation or coming out of a situation.
pagluwas
representation
The expression of emergence or liberation from a condition.
pagsasakatawan

Slang Meanings

social or wealthy
Those hanging out there are really fancy, like celebrities.
Yung mga nagba-barkada sa ayan, luwa talaga, parang mga artista.
happy or chill
I'm just enjoying here at the party, so much fun!
Luwas lang ako dito sa party, ang saya-saya!
open or relaxed
The vibe of the place is so relaxed, you won't get bored.
Luwas na luwas ang vibe ng lugar, di ka mababato.