Magpamamaya (en. To grant freedom)

/mag.pa.ma.ma.ja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to grant permission or freedom.
You will grant them freedom to rest.
Magpamamaya ka sa kanila upang makapagpahinga sila.
A process of giving others a chance.
We need to grant the kids the freedom to play.
Kailangan nating magpamamaya sa mga bata na maglaro.
The act of granting autonomy or freedom to a group or individual.
Teachers strictly inform that they should be granted freedom.
Mahigpit na ipinapaalam ng mga guro na dapat silang magpamamaya.

Etymology

It originated from the word 'pamasaya' which means introducing or performing a formal method.

Common Phrases and Expressions

You grant freedom now.
Permission or freedom is being granted.
Magpamamaya ka na.

Related Words

permission
A process of granting consent or permission.
pahintulot
freedom
The state of being free or unimpeded.
kalayaan

Slang Meanings

Giving up or being tired of a situation.
Because of the problems, I'm just pamaya-ing with what's happening.
Dahil sa mga problema, nagpa-pamaya na lang ako sa mga nangyayari.
Considering not getting involved anymore.
I wanted to intervene, but I'll just pamaya in your conversation.
Nais ko sanang makialam, pero magpamamaya na lang ako sa usapan niyo.
Being passive or not taking action.
I used to be active, but now I'm just pamaya.
Dati akong masigasig, pero ngayon ay pamaya na lang ako.