Paubaya (en. Surrender)
/pa-u-ba-ya/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of giving excessive faith or trust.
His surrender to his parents is proof of his love.
Ang kanyang paubaya sa kanyang mga magulang ay patunay ng kanyang pagmamahal.
A person's willingness to turn away from something for the benefit of others.
Her surrender of her dreams for her family is admirable.
Ang paubaya niya sa kanyang pangarap para sa kanyang pamilya ay kahanga-hanga.
verb
The act of yielding or surrendering by a person to a situation or relationship.
She surrendered to her fate and accepted everything that happened.
Paubaya siya sa kanyang kapalaran at tinanggap ang lahat ng nangyari.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'baya' meaning 'to give up' or 'to surrender.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
surrendered heart
The recognition and acceptance of one’s heart’s half.
paubayang loob
Related Words
surrender
Complete cessation or abandonment of a struggle or confrontation.
pagsuko
trust
Having faith in the ability or intention of others.
pagtitiwala
Slang Meanings
surrendering in a relationship
It's like you just gave up on us.
Parang paubaya na lang ang ginawa mo sa amin.
letting go of love
But I chose to let go of your heart to him.
Kaso, mas pinili kong paubaya sa kanya ang puso mo.
being ashamed of oneself
I felt that letting go moment with him, so much shame.
Na-feel ko yung paubaya moment ko sa kanya, sobrang pahiya.
letting go
I don't want to anymore, it's like my mind just wants to let go.
Ayoko na, parang isip ko ay paubaya na lang.