Sumayaw (en. To dance)
su-ma-yaw
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that describes the movement of the body to music.
She danced on stage at her birthday.
Sumayaw siya sa entablado sa kanyang kaarawan.
The expression of emotions or feelings through rhythm and movement.
She danced with all her heart in front of the audience.
Sumayaw siya nang buong puso sa harap ng mga manonood.
A form of art commonly performed during celebrations.
The people danced to celebrate the wedding.
Sumayaw ang mga tao upang ipagdiwang ang kasal.
Etymology
From the word 'sayaw' which means movement of the body to the rhythm of music.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Dance to the rhythm
Dance along with the music.
Sumayaw sa ritmo
Dance freely
Dance without worries or concerns.
Sumayaw nang libre
Related Words
dance
Expresses the movement of the body to rhythm and tune.
sayaw
dancers
People who perform dance.
mga mananayaw
Slang Meanings
to party or have fun
Last night, we danced at the club until early morning!
Kagabi, sumayaw kami sa club hanggang madaling araw!
to swing or enjoy partying
It's so fun to dance at school events!
Ang saya sumayaw sa mga events ng school!
to laugh or enjoy
When he danced, we all laughed!
Nang sumayaw siya, lahat kami tumawa!