uwi
uwî with stress marks
returning home; bring home something
Usage Note
Uwi is most commonly used as 'umuwi' to mean returning home or 'pauwi' to describe being on the way back. These terms are essential in daily life, emphasizing the home as the central destination after work or an outing.
Examples
" Maaga ang uwi ko ngayon. "
Natural Translation
My homecoming is early today.
Literal Translation
Early the homecoming my today.
" Gabi na ang uwi ni Tatay. "
Natural Translation
Dad's homecoming/arrival is late.
Literal Translation
Night already the homecoming of Dad.
" Inaabangan ng mga bata ang uwi ng kanilang ama dahil lagi siyang may dalang pasalubong mula sa trabaho. "
Natural Translation
The children look forward to their father's homecoming because he always brings home a gift from work.
Literal Translation
Awaited by-the children the homecoming of their father because always he with bringing gift from work.
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