Luway (en. Free)

/lu.'waɪ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Condition of being free or not restrained.
We must fight for our freedom.
Dapat nating ipaglaban ang ating luway.
Freedom from limitations or barriers.
The freedom to choose is important in a democratic society.
Ang luway ng pagpili ay mahalaga sa demokratikong lipunan.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'libre'

Common Phrases and Expressions

freedom of thought
The freedom to think according to one's own wishes.
luway ng pag-iisip
freedom in life
The freedom to choose one's path in life.
luway sa buhay

Related Words

free
A term related to the word luway, meaning unrestrained.
malaya
peace
The state of peace and lack of alarm, which can be associated with freedom.
katiwasayan

Slang Meanings

Free or not tied down
Living free, no one bothering me!
Buhay na luway, walang nakakabahala!
Let’s hang out or visit at Mark's place later!
Come on, let’s hang out at Mark's house later!
Tara, luway tayo sa bahay ni Mark mamaya!
I need to escape this situation before it’s too late.
I need to get out of this situation before it’s too late.
Kailangan kong luway sa sitwasyong ito bago pa mahuli.