lasa
The Chamorro word for skin is lasa.
lasa refers to the outer protective layer of the body of a person or an animal.
Meaning: outer protective layer of the body of a person or animal (noun)
Did you know?
- The word lasa is used in idiomatic expressions regarding sensitivity, where having 'thin' lasa describes someone who is easily offended.
- Because of Spanish colonial influence, many Chamorro speakers use the Spanish loanword piel when discussing medical conditions of the skin.
- While lasa means skin, it can also be used to describe the 'rind' or 'peel' of certain tropical fruits in local markets.
Example conversation
Elena and Luis are talking about sunscreen at the beach.
- ElenaLuis, use lotion for your lasa.Luis, use lotion for your skin.
- LuisHå’ga i reason?What is the reason?
- ElenaThe sun is very strong today.The sun is very strong today.
- LuisSi Yu'os Atu, thank you, Elena.Thank God, thank you, Elena.
