Aba (en. Dread)

ˈɑːbɑ

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A word or voice that expresses fear or concern.
His dread was heard throughout the room.
Ang kanyang aba ay nadinig sa buong silid.
A feeling of intense fear.
I felt dread in my heart before the examination.
Naramdaman ko ang aba sa aking puso bago ang eksaminasyon.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Oh, I'm suddenly included!
An expression of surprise or an unexpected event.
aba, biglang kasama na ako!

Related Words

fear
A feeling of apprehension or concern in a situation.
takot
anxiety
A feeling or mindset of worry or fear about the future.
pangamba

Slang Meanings

Wait!
Wait, what happened?
Aba, teka lang, anong nangyari?
Hey!
Hey, this is so fun!
Aba, ang saya naman dito!
Wow!
Wow, you're really good at singing!
Aba, galing mo talagang kumanta!