payat
payát with stress marks
thin; skinny
Usage Note
Payat is the standard word for describing a person or animal as thin. While frequently used in everyday conversation, be mindful that commenting directly on someone's weight can sometimes be perceived as blunt or impolite.
Examples
" Payat ang kapatid ko. "
Natural Translation
My sibling is thin.
Literal Translation
Thin the sibling my.
" Masyadong payat ang bata. "
Natural Translation
The child is too thin.
Literal Translation
Too thin the child.
" Mukha siyang mas payat ngayon dahil nag-iingat na siya sa pagkain at regular nang nag-eehersisyo. "
Natural Translation
He looks thinner now because he is careful with his food and exercises regularly.
Literal Translation
Looks he more thin now because careful already he at food and regular now exercising.
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