Usage Note
Aplaya is a common informal and regional term for beach, derived from the Spanish 'playa.' It is used widely in everyday speech especially in Visayas and Tagalog regions, often interchangeably with 'dalampasigan,' the more formal term. It evokes a sense of relaxation and leisure.
Examples
" Pupunta kami sa aplaya bukas. "
Natural Translation
We're going to the beach tomorrow.
Literal Translation
Will-go we to-the beach tomorrow.
" Pumunta kami sa aplaya noong Linggo. "
Natural Translation
We went to the beach last Sunday.
Literal Translation
Went we to-the beach last Sunday.
" Tuwing tag-init, nagtitipon ang buong pamilya sa aplaya para magluto at maligo hanggang gabi. "
Natural Translation
Every summer, the whole family gathers at the beach to cook and swim until nighttime.
Literal Translation
Every summer, gather the whole family at-the beach to cook and bathe until night.
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