Malagay (en. To place)

ma-la-gay

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb form that indicates the act of placing something.
You can place the book on the table.
Malagay mo ang libro sa mesa.
Placing an object in a specific location or position.
The tools should be placed in the right spot.
Malagay ang mga kagamitan sa tamang lugar.
Organizing or arranging things in a particular way.
Let's place the chairs around the table.
Malagay natin ang mga upuan sa paligid ng mesa.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'lagay' which means 'to place' or 'to set'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Just place yourself.
You just have to wait or surrender to the situation.
Malagay ka na lang.

Related Words

place
The word 'lagay' refers to the act of placing.
lagay

Slang Meanings

to spread
I hope our secrets won't be spread.
Sana wag na lang malagay yung mga secret natin.
to attach
Wait, I'll attach this in the group chat.
Teka, malagay ko na 'to sa group chat.
to include
Can I be included in your outing?
Pwede bang malagay ako sa lakad niyo?