Usage Note
Unan refers to a pillow, which is typically covered with a pillowcase called a 'punda.' In Filipino culture, it is common to have several pillows on a bed, including a long bolster pillow for hugging.
Examples
" Nasaan ang unan ko? "
Natural Translation
Where is my pillow?
Literal Translation
Where the pillow my?
" Malambot ang bago kong unan. "
Natural Translation
My new pillow is soft.
Literal Translation
Soft the new my pillow.
" Hindi ako makatulog nang maayos kapag wala ang paborito kong unan na lagi kong niyayakap sa gabi. "
Natural Translation
I can't sleep properly without my favorite pillow that I always hug at night.
Literal Translation
Not I able-sleep properly when none the favorite my pillow that always I hug at night.
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