guinaiya
The Chamorro word for "love" is guinaiya.
guinaiya is a noun used to express the concept of strong affection.
Meaning: strong affection (noun)
Did you know?
- Chamorro is an Austronesian language, meaning the root of guinaiya shares distant ancient cousins with words for love in languages spoken across the Philippines and Indonesia.
- In traditional Chamorro culture, expressing guinaiya was often done through actions and service to the family rather than through outward verbal declarations.
- The word guinaiya can describe not just romantic love, but also a profound spiritual or communal bond that connects the people of the Mariana Islands to their ancestors.
Example conversation
Manuel and Theresa are talking about their family.
- ManuelTheresa, håga'gu guinaiya pa'ase.Theresa, I have love for my family.
- TheresaYå', guinaiya i kapi’i yan paha.Yes, love is patience and kindness.
- ManuelYåga' i guinaiya na yanagat.Strong love is important.
- TheresaTino maga'ga i guinaiya.Love is very happy.
