Saysay (en. Meaning)

/ˈsɪsaɪ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The quality of having meaning or value.
The significance of his efforts can be seen in his accomplishments.
Ang saysay ng kanyang pagsisikap ay makikita sa kanyang mga nakamit.
The expression of reason or purpose.
Many have pointless arguments on the issue.
Marami ang walang saysay na pagtatalo sa isyu.
The knowledge or idea being expressed.
The meaning of what he wrote is profound and thought-provoking.
Ang saysay ng kanyang isinulat ay mabigat at nakapagpapaisip.

Etymology

From the word 'saysay' meaning meaning or significance.

Common Phrases and Expressions

many significances
has great value or meaning
maraming saysay
no significance
has no or little importance
walang saysay

Related Words

analysis
The process of studying or determining the significance of something.
pagsusuri
interpretation
The activity of giving meaning to something or an idea.
interpretasyon

Slang Meanings

I hope everyone feels this way.
The party was fun, too bad my invites had no fun at all.
Ang saya sa party, sayang walang say-say ang mga na-invite ko.
cool
Your band is so fun, totally cool!
Sobrang say-say ng bando mo, as in kewl na kewl!
just for fun
This thing is so much fun, like just for fun!
Ang say-say ng say-say na 'to, parang trip lang!