Payi (en. Goodbye)

paɪ-ɪ

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A word used as a notice of farewell.

He said goodbye before leaving.

Nagbigay siya ng payi bago umalis.

A term used to wish someone a safe journey.

The goodbye is a sign of hope for his safety.

Ang payi ay tanda ng pag-asam sa kanyang kaligtasan.

paying it forward

Returning kindness to others.

paying it forward

the time of goodbye

The time of farewell or separation.

panahon na ng payi

value

Giving value or respect to someone.

pahalagahan

journey

The activity of leaving one place for another.

paglalakbay

buying something after asking for money

That payi seems pointless, just buy new shoes.

Parang wala pang kwenta 'yang payi, bumili ka na lang ng bagong shoes.

a request or something you are asking for

You might get that payi of yours if you have good rapport with them.

Baka makuha mo 'yang payi mo kung malakas ka sa kanya.

a promise to owe someone money

I've accepted that payi, but I hope it's worth it!

Tinanggap ko na 'yung payi, pero sana sulit!

advantage or attack in a competitive situation

Wow, many have already paid for the last exam, I hope I get that payi!

Grabe, ang dami nang nag-pay sa huling exam, sana makuha ko 'yung payi!