Mayamaya (en. Sparrow)
ma-ya-ma-ya
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of small bird commonly found in fields and communities.
Sparrows often fly around the trees.
Ang mga mayamaya ay madalas na lumilipad-lipad sa paligid ng mga puno.
Sometimes used in various contexts to describe the story of naivety in life.
The story of the sparrow reflects the simple things in life.
Sinasalamin ng kwento ng mayamaya ang mga simpleng bagay sa buhay.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'maya' which means small bird.
Common Phrases and Expressions
the sparrow is happy
The celebration of joy around.
masaya ang mayamaya
Related Words
bird
A broad term for feathered animals categorized as capable of flight.
ibón
Slang Meanings
later
Later, let's go to the mall.
Mayamaya, tara na sa mall.
in a moment
In a moment, this will be good, I just need to fix it.
Mayamaya, bweno na 'to, ayusin ko lang.
a little while longer
A little while longer, I will finish this project.
Mayamaya, natapos ko na 'tong project.