Pagayaw (en. To wander)

pa-ga-yaw

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The movement or transition from one place to another.
The wandering of migrants poses various challenges in their lives.
Ang pagayaw ng mga migrante ay nagdudulot ng iba't ibang hamon sa kanilang buhay.
A process of discovering new places or experiences.
In his wandering, he learned about different cultures.
Sa kanyang pagayaw, natutunan niya ang tungkol sa iba't ibang kultura.

Etymology

From the word 'guyaw' which means to go away or to move

Common Phrases and Expressions

go to different places
the action of moving from one place to another
pumunta sa iba't ibang lugar

Related Words

examination
A process of thorough study or discussion of a topic or place.
pagsusuri
outgoing
The action of escaping or going out of a place.
paglabas

Slang Meanings

In a rush or seems impatient.
You're taking too long, I feel like I'm in a hurry here!
Ang tagal mo, parang pagayaw na ako dito!
Feeling of disinterest or lack of enthusiasm.
What's up with you, you're so out of it today, you're not even laughing.
Ano ba yan, ang pagayaw mo ngayon, di ka man lang tumatawa.