laglag
fallen off; dropped
Also means
In contemporary usage, laglag is also a colloquial term for abortion, as in nagpalaglag (had an abortion), and is sensitive in that context.
Usage Note
Laglag in its primary sense describes something that has fallen or been dropped — a leaf, an object, or a person stumbling. Its secondary colloquial usage in reference to abortion is widely understood but avoided in formal or medical contexts, where other terms are preferred.
Examples
" Laglag ang dahon. "
Natural Translation
The leaf has fallen.
Literal Translation
Fallen the leaf.
" Laglag ang bunga. "
Natural Translation
The fruit dropped.
Literal Translation
Dropped the fruit.
" Laglag na naman ang mga prutas sa puno dahil sa malakas na hangin kagabi. "
Natural Translation
The fruits on the tree have fallen again because of the strong wind last night.
Literal Translation
Fallen already again the fruits on tree because of strong wind last-night.
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