Pailawan (en. Light)
/paɪlaˈwan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An object that provides light.
The light fixture in our house is very beautiful and bright.
Ang pailawan sa ating bahay ay napakaganda at maliwanag.
A type of light commonly used for decoration.
We used lights in our wedding to add brightness.
Gumamit kami ng pailawan sa aming kasal upang magdagdag ng ningning.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'ilaw', meaning light.
Common Phrases and Expressions
light in the room
Lighting used to illuminate the room.
pailawan sa kwarto
Related Words
light
An object that provides light.
ilaw
Slang Meanings
Colorful or happy
The lights during the festival are so fun! It's like you don't have to worry about anything.
Ang mga pailawan sa piyesta, ang saya! Parang 'di mo na kailangan mag-alala.
A dance or movement full of joy
Did you see the kids' dance? It's so joyful in every move they make.
Nakita mo ba yung pailawan ng mga bata? Ang saya sa bawat sayaw nila.
Going out or wandering around
Let's join the stroll around the town later, friends!
Sama tayo sa pailawan sa bayan mamaya, mga kaibigan!