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    Uguyin (en. Sway)

    u-goo-yin

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    An action of swaying or moving an object as if to hug.
    Sway the child to make him sleep.
    Uguyin mo ang bata upang matulog siya.
    An important part of a ritual or tradition that involves movement.
    Sway the lights while celebrating the festival.
    Uguyin ang mga ilaw habang nagdiriwang ng piyesta.
    The action of swaying or occasionally doubling the body.
    Sway your back while resting.
    Uguyin ang iyong likod habang nagpapahinga.

    Etymology

    From the word 'ugoy' which means 'to sway or move side to side.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sway the sleeping child
    An action of assisting the child while he is asleep.
    uguyin ang batang natutulog

    Related Words

    sway
    The movement from one part to another.
    ugoy
    hug
    A comforting grip or touch to a person.
    yakap

    Slang Meanings

    Beauty or skill
    Their performance at the concert was so uguyin!
    Ang uguyin ng performance nila sa concert!
    Famous or popular
    He used to be quiet, but now he is so uguyin at school.
    Dati siyang tahimik, pero ngayon ang uguyin niya sa school.
    Very kind or good person
    My friend is so uguyin; always ready to help.
    Sobrang uguyin ng kaibigan ko, laging handang tumulong.