Paglalayang (en. Sailing)

pahg-lah-lah-yahng

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of sailing on the sea or ocean.
The sailing of ships is an important part of trade.
Ang paglalayang ng mga barko ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng kalakalan.
The activity of floating vehicles on water.
Sailing requires proper training in the skills of seamen.
Ang paglalayang ay nangangailangan ng tamang paghubog sa mga kasanayan ng mga seaman.
Traveling on water using ships or yachts.
Their sailing in the Caribbean was filled with beautiful scenery.
Ang kanilang paglalayang sa Caribbean ay puno ng mga magagandang tanawin.

Etymology

This word originates from the root word 'layang', which means 'to sail' or 'to go to sea'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fast sailing
a common expression that means fast sailing or traveling on water.
mabilis na paglalayang

Related Words

watercraft
A type of vehicle used for sailing.
sasakyang pandagat

Slang Meanings

having fun or hanging out together
Wow, they seem to be having a great time hanging out at the beach!
Naku, parang ang saya ng paglalayang nila sa beach!
spontaneous or aimless travel
Come on, let's go on a trip, we'll go anywhere!
Sige na, tara na sa paglalayang, kahit saan lang tayo pumunta!