Kalipay ko

My joy

Pronunciation

kah-LEE-pie koh

Word by word

kalipay = joy, happiness, or delight
ko = my / mine

Meaning and context

An affectionate form of address telling someone that they are a source of joy and happiness. It is suitable for partners and other deeply loved people. Within a sentence, the possessive construction “akong kalipay,” meaning “my joy,” is also common.