Palayuin (en. To sacrifice)

pah-lah-yoo-in

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Giving something to someone as a sacrifice.
Let him sacrifice himself for the sake of his family.
Palayuin niya ang kanyang sarili para sa kapakanan ng kanyang pamilya.
Offering something to achieve another goal.
He is willing to sacrifice his time for their project.
Siya ay handang palayuin ang kanyang oras para sa kanilang proyekto.
Showing kindness by giving things to others.
His decision to sacrifice his belongings is a huge sacrifice.
Ang kanyang desisyon na palayuin ang kanyang mga ari-arian ay isang malaking sakripisyo.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Sacrifice oneself
To give up something for another person or purpose.
Palayuin ang sarili
Sacrifice for the greater good
To offer a sacrifice for a higher purpose.
Palayuin para sa ikabubuti

Related Words

offering
An act of giving or sacrificing.
alay
sacrifice
The act of giving up something valuable.
sacrifice

Slang Meanings

Release or remove from captivity.
Let that go, it doesn't want to be trapped anymore.
Palayuin mo na 'yan, ayaw na niyang makulong.
Give freedom or a chance to leave.
Let her go, she needs space.
Palayuin mo siya, kailangan niya ng space.