Magilay (en. To adore)
ma-gi-lay
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An act of showing love or admiration.
Adore your parents because they work for your future.
Magilay ka sa iyong mga magulang dahil sila ang nagtatrabaho para sa iyong kinabukasan.
Expresses deep feelings for someone.
He adores his girlfriend at every opportunity.
Magilay siya sa kanyang kasintahan sa bawat pagkakataon.
A way to show understanding and love.
We should cherish the youth so they appreciate education.
Dapat tayong magilay sa mga kabataan upang mapahalagahan nila ang edukasyon.
Etymology
The word 'magilay' originates from the root word 'giliw' which means to love or to cherish.
Common Phrases and Expressions
cherish your beloved
show love to a special person
magilay sa minamahal
cherish with gratitude
show appreciation for good deeds
magilay ng pasasalamat
Related Words
darling
A word that describes affection or endearment.
giliw
love
An emotion of liking or caring for someone.
pagmamahal
Slang Meanings
happy or lively
The party was so fun, there were so many lively people!
Grabe ang saya sa party, ang daming magilay na tao!
good feeling or positive vibes
When I'm with you, I feel like the world is lively.
Kapag kasama kita, feeling ko magilay ang mundo.