Bangkiyaw (en. Bosom)
/baŋˈki.jav/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of the body located above the human abdomen.
Her bosom is full of warmth and love.
Ang kanyang bangkiyaw ay puno ng init at pagmamahal.
A symbol of love or care.
He cried in the bosom of his mother.
Umiyak siya sa bangkiyaw ng kanyang ina.
A close relationship among people.
Friends are always there in each other's bosom.
Ang mga kaibigan ay palaging nandiyan sa bangkiyaw ng isa't isa.
Etymology
Indigenous or second language in areas with dense forests.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in the bosom of his heart
in his deep feelings or desires
sa bangkiyaw ng kanyang puso
Related Words
hug
An act of hugging, usually done to show love or support.
yakap
Slang Meanings
A gesture or movement that seems to be overly dramatized.
He was like a bangkiyaw while telling his story because his facial expressions were so dramatic!
Parang bangkiyaw siya habang nagkukuwento, dahil ang drama ng mukha niya!
Someone who is overly dramatic or exaggerated in their stories or expressions.
Her exaggerations in stories are so bangkiyaw, it's entertaining!
Sobra ang bangkiyaw niya sa mga kwento, nakakaaliw!