Mayari (en. Moon goddess)

ma-ya-ri

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A goddess of the moon in Philippine mythology.
Mayari is the goddess of the moon and the sibling of Bathala.
Si Mayari ang diyosa ng buwan at kapatid ni Bathala.
A symbol of light and hope in darkness.
Mayari became a symbol of light for all those who suffer.
Naging simbolo si Mayari ng liwanag sa lahat ng dumaranas ng hirap.

Etymology

From indigenous Philippine languages, derived from the word 'hari' meaning 'leader' or 'god'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Goddess of the moon
Goddess of the moon.
Mayari ng buwan

Related Words

Bathala
God in Philippine mythology recognized as the creator.
Bathala
Western moon
A term referring to moon mythologies in other cultures.
kanlurang buwan

Slang Meanings

friend outside of a relationship
They’re together, but there are still mayaris around.
Sila na, pero may mga mayari pa rin sa paligid.
busy with someone else
Oh, we all have our own mayaris now, we can't even talk.
Ay, ang dami na nating kanya-kanyang mayari, di na tayo makapag-usap.
exes or flings
I hope they don't get back together with their mayaris.
Sana hindi na sila magbalikan sa mga mayari nila.