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    Magpakalayaw (en. To indulge or be carefree)

    /maɡpakaˈla.jaw/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    To do things without concern for responsibilities.
    He indulged in parties for the entire week.
    Siya ay nagpakalayaw sa mga kasiyahan sa buong linggo.
    To live joyfully and without thinking of obligations.
    During holidays, we often indulge.
    Sa mga bakasyon, madalas tayong magpakalayaw.
    To enjoy the things chosen and avoid problems.
    They indulged all day by the sea.
    Nagpakalayaw sila sa buong araw sa tabi ng dagat.

    Etymology

    This term originates from the root 'layaw' which means 'to indulge' or 'to be carefree'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to indulge in life
    To live happily and without worries.
    magpakalayaw sa buhay

    Related Words

    indulgence
    State of having freedom and enjoyment without thinking of obligations.
    layaw

    Slang Meanings

    to enjoy or to live happily without worries
    Why not indulge yourself at the beach today? The weather is perfect.
    Bakit hindi ka magpakalayaw sa beach ngayon? Perfect ang panahon.
    to relax or to chill out
    Come on, let's chill at the mall later, it's so stressful.
    Sige na, magpakalayaw tayo sa mall mamaya, nakaka-stress kasi eh.
    to live happily
    You should indulge yourself sometimes, so you don't get burned out.
    Dapat lang na magpakalayaw ka kahit minsan, para hindi ka ma-burn out.