Ulay (en. Depreciation)
oo-lah-yee
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The decrease in value of an item.
The depreciation of land is one of the issues faced by farmers.
Ang ulay ng mga lupa ay isa sa mga isyu ng mga magsasaka.
Reduction in value or price of an asset.
It is important to monitor the depreciation of products in the market.
Mahalaga ang pagmonitor sa ulay ng mga produkto sa merkado.
Etymology
From the Spanish word 'ullay'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
depreciation of an asset
The decrease in the value of an asset over time.
ulay ng ari-arian
Related Words
theft
An illegal acquisition of someone else's property.
pagnakaw
value
The equivalent worth or price of something.
halaga
Slang Meanings
love or affection towards someone
Wow, you're so in love with him! It seems like you're really giddy!
Grabe, ang ule mo sa kanya! Parang kilig na kilig ka!
joy or happiness
The people at the party were super happy earlier!
Super ulay ng mga tao sa party kanina!
don't cry
Don't cry! Better days are coming!
Ulay lang! May mga darating pang mas magandang araw!