Magpalayaw (en. To nickname)

/maɡ.pa.la.jaw/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

The act of giving a nickname or term of endearment to a person.

In their group, they love to nickname each other.

Sa kanilang grupo, mahilig silang magpalayaw ng bawat isa.

Creating a more affectionate or familiar name for someone.

Anna finds it easy to nickname others because she is close to everyone.

Madali lang magpalayaw si Anna dahil siya ay malapit sa lahat.

Giving a nickname as a sign of friendship or closeness.

In their friendship, they gave each other nicknames for a more personal relationship.

Sa kanilang pagkakaibigan, nagpalayaw sila ng mga pangalan para sa mas personal na ugnayan.

Derived from the word 'palayaw' meaning a nickname or term of endearment for identifying a person.

Give a nickname!

An invitation to give a nickname to someone.

Magpalayaw ka na!

nickname

A name or term used as a substitute for a person's real name.

palayaw

call

A word or phrase used to mention a person or thing.

tawag

to act cute or to behave in a coy manner

Wow, it looks like he's trying to magpalayaw in front of his crush!

Grabe, parang nagmagpalayaw siya sa harap ng crush niya!

to pretend to be overly kind or gentle

Don't try to magpalayaw with me, I know the truth!

Huwag kang magpalayaw sa akin, alam ko naman ang totoo!

to be flirty or sweet with anyone

She's the type who would magpalayaw with everyone.

Siya yung tipo na magpalayaw sa lahat ng tao.