Taglay (en. To possess)
taɡˈlaɪ
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
Taglay is a verb that refers to possessing or carrying something.
He possesses a lot of knowledge.
Siya ay taglay ng maraming kaalaman.
Taglay is used to describe the state of having.
The house has beautiful views.
Ang bahay ay taglay ng magagandang tanawin.
Taglay refers to having a characteristic or role.
The leader commands a high level of trust from his constituents.
Ang pinuno ay taglay ng mataas na tiwala mula sa kanyang mga nasasakupan.
Etymology
derived from the word 'taglayin' which means 'to possess' or 'to carry'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
you possess all the qualities
indicates having all the required aspects or characteristics.
taglay mo ang lahat ng katangian
Related Words
to possess
A verb that describes possession or carrying.
taglayin
owner
A person who owns something.
may-ari
Slang Meanings
has something with it or carry
Do you have all your things for the trip?
Taglay mo ba ang lahat ng gamit mo sa biyahe?
has or possesses something about a person
He has a talent for basketball!
Siya ay taglay ng galing sa basketball!
full of
His/her face is full of joy.
Taglay ng saya ang kanyang mukha.