Payat (en. Thin)

/paˈjat/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
There is a lack of body oil or weight.
This boy is skinny and high.
Ang batang ito ay payat at mataas.
Often used to describe the object with a small diameter or growth.
His hand was thin and tight.
Ang kanyang kamay ay payat at mahigpit.
Also means weak or not very strong.
The sound of his voice was thin compared to his brother.
Ang tunog ng kanyang boses ay payat kumpara sa kanyang kapatid.

Etymology

Originates from the Tagalog word 'payat' which means lacking weight or not fat.

Common Phrases and Expressions

very thin
excessively thin or having an extremely low weight.
payat na payat
very thin one
a term or description for a person or thing that is extremely thin.
payatin

Related Words

slim
A form of 'payat' often used in various parts of the Philippines.
mapayat
average weight
This term refers to an adequate or proper weight that is neither thin nor excessive.
katamtamang peso

Slang Meanings

skinny or thin
Rina's body is so skinny, but she dances really well.
Ang ampaw ng katawan ni Rina, pero ang galing niyang sumayaw.
slang for someone who is thin but cute
That thin kid is so cute!
Ang pandang bata na 'yan, pero ang cute-cute!
very thin or bony
Alex is wearing shorts, and his legs are so bony.
Naka-shorts si Alex, pati-pating ang kanyang mga binti.
refers to someone very thin, can be hurtful
Don't call Mark skinny, that's hurtful to him.
Huwag mong tawaging singkit si Mark, masakit 'yon sa kanya.