Bauhita (en. Bitter)

/baw-hee-ta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of taste often described as unpleasant or harsh.
The bitterness of coffee wakes me up in the morning.
Ang bauhita ng kape ay nakapagpapabuhay sa akin sa umaga.
A feeling that describes suffering or grief.
The bitterness of his experience stayed with him even after he succeeded.
Ang bauhita ng kanyang karanasan ay nanatili sa kanya kahit na nagtagumpay siya.

Etymology

Nagmumula ito sa salitang 'buhi' na nangangahulugang buhay.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bitterness of life
The complicated experiences or challenges in life.
bauhita ng buhay

Related Words

bitterness
The level or degree of bitterness or unpleasant taste.
pait

Slang Meanings

Because of 'bauhita', it's like you were startled by how beautiful a person is.
Wow, I was 'bauhita' by him/her, they're so beautiful!
Grabe, 'na-bauhita' ako sa kanya, ang ganda niya!
There's a feeling of anxiety or annoyance in the air.
I don't know, but the vibe here is kinda 'bauhita'.
'Di ko alam, pero parang 'bauhita' ang vibe ng lugar na 'to.