Panayan (en. To pay homage)

/panaˈjan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A respect or tribute to a person or thing of value.
People gathered to pay homage to their hero.
Ang mga tao ay nagtipun-tipon upang magbigay ng panayan sa kanilang bayani.
A sacrifice or offering made as a show of respect.
The offering of flowers is a form of homage to the deceased.
Ang pag-aalay ng bulaklak ay isang uri ng panayan sa mga namatay.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to give homage
to show respect or appreciation to a person or thing
magbigay ng panayan

Related Words

worship
A form of respect related to religion or devotion.
pagsamba
appreciation
The acknowledgment or acceptance of the value of a person or thing.
pagpapahalaga

Slang Meanings

Strong wind or gust of wind.
When it rained, the wind was so strong, it felt like the clouds were fighting.
Nung umulan, ang panayan ang malakas, parang nag-aaway ang mga ulap.
Powerful or influential.
He's the big shot in the business, everyone follows him.
Siya ang panayan sa negosyo, lahat sumusunod sa kanya.