Tunay (en. True)

tu-nay

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
True or without a semblance of falsehood.
Having a true friend is important.
Mahalaga ang pagkakaroon ng tunay na kaibigan.
According to fact; not fake or counterfeit.
What he says truly affects me.
Ang kanyang mga sinasabi ay tunay na nakakaapekto sa akin.
Unmatched or unparalleled in its truth.
The true value of life is love.
Ang tunay na halaga ng buhay ay ang pagmamahal.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'tunay' which means true or authentic.

Common Phrases and Expressions

true love
Love that is sincere or has no ulterior motive other than genuine care.
tunay na pagmamahal
true friend
A friend who recognizes your true self and supports you.
tunay na kaibigan

Related Words

truth
The state of being true or real.
katotohanan
honest
The behavior of being truthful or not lying.
tapat

Slang Meanings

true
Why does it seem like what you're saying isn't true?
Bakit parang hindi tunay yung sinasabi mo?
the real deal
Of course, he is the real deal in music!
Siyempre, siya ang tunay na real deal sa music!
original
Don't buy fakes, look for the original product.
Huwag kang bumili ng peke, hanap ka ng tunay na produkto.
genuine
I'm just happy because I'm with genuine friends.
Ang saya lang kasi tunay na kaibigan ang kasama ko.