From root: galaw
Usage Note
Galawan refers to a specific pattern of movement or, in modern slang, a person's strategy or 'moves' in social interactions.
Examples
" Maganda ang galawan mo. "
Natural Translation
Your movement style is nice.
Literal Translation
Nice the movement-style your.
" Gusto ko ang galawan mo. "
Natural Translation
I like your movement style.
Literal Translation
Want I the movement-style your.
" Kilala ang mananayaw sa kakaibang galawan na pinaghalong tradisyonal at makabagong istilo. "
Natural Translation
The dancer is known for a unique movement style that blends traditional and modern forms.
Literal Translation
Known the dancer for unique movement-style that mixed traditional and modern style.
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