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    Uya (en. Dear)

    oo-yah

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A person or thing that is precious or of great value.
    He is the dear of our family.
    Siyang uya ng ating pamilya.
    Refers to a loved one.
    My dear grandmother is important to me.
    Ang aking uyang si Lola ay mahalaga sa akin.
    A term of endearment for a friend or close person.
    Dear, let's go for a walk.
    Uya, tara na’t maglakad-lakad tayo.

    Etymology

    Originating from the Tagalog word that refers to a person or thing of extraordinary value or importance.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Dear, I have good news!
    Dear, I have good news!
    Uya, mayroon akong magandang balita!
    Dear, we need to talk.
    Dear, we need to talk.
    Uya, kailangan natin mag-usap.

    Related Words

    sinta
    A term commonly used for loved ones.
    sinta
    mahal
    A common term that refers to the love or value of a person.
    mahal

    Slang Meanings

    The leader of the gang
    Of course, he's the big brother of the group, he always makes the decisions.
    Siyempre siya ang kuya ng grupo, siya lagi ang nagde-decide.
    Brother or elder brother
    Hey brother, let's hang out!
    Uy kuya, tara na't mag-hangout!
    Cool, big brother, we're young.
    That's alright, big brother, we're still young.
    Ayos lang yan, kuya, kabataan na tayo.