Magpalaya (en. To release)

/maɡ.pa.ˈla.ja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To perform the action of releasing a person or thing.
The court decided to release political prisoners detained for unjust reasons.
Napagpasyahan ng hukuman na magpalaya ng mga bilanggong politikong inaresto sa mga di makatarungang dahilan.
The act of removing a restriction or granting freedom.
We need measures to release people from poverty.
Kailangan natin ng hakbang upang magpalaya ng mga tao mula sa kahirapan.
To free a person or thing from arrest or detention.
I will have a chance to liberate myself from your interventions.
Makakakuha ako ng pagkakataon na magpalaya sa aking sarili mula sa inyong mga panghihimasok.

Etymology

According to the root of the word "palaya" which means "to release".

Common Phrases and Expressions

release of animals
the process of letting animals out into an area where they can move more freely.
magpalaya ng mga hayop
release of the mind
the removal of constraints on thinking for more freedom of desire.
magpalaya ng isip

Related Words

release
A process of nullifying or removing restrictions.
palaya
freedom
The state of being free from any detention or captivity.
kalayaan

Slang Meanings

to make happy or find a way to make others happy
I hope he/she spreads good vibes to all of us at the party later!
Sana'y magpalaya siya ng good vibes sa ating lahat sa party mamaya!
to give freedom or permission
He/she chose to let his/her friends be more independent.
Pinili niyang magpalaya sa kanyang mga kaibigan na maging mas independent.
to have fun or hold a celebration
We should have fun and celebrate this weekend!
Dapat tayong magpalaya ng masaya ngayong weekend!