From root: apoy
Usage Note
Apuyan refers to an object used to start a fire, such as a lighter, a matchbox, or a stove. It is a common household item in both modern and traditional settings.
Examples
" Pahiram ng apuyan mo. "
Natural Translation
Lend me your lighter.
Literal Translation
Lend of lighter your.
" Nasaan ang aking apuyan? "
Natural Translation
Where is my lighter?
Literal Translation
Where the my lighter?
" Hindi makapagsindi ng kandila ang lola dahil nawawala na naman ang kanyang apuyan sa loob ng kahon. "
Natural Translation
Grandma couldn't light a candle because her lighter was missing again inside the box.
Literal Translation
Not able-light of candle the grandma because missing already again the her lighter at inside of box.
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