Daluyangluha (en. Stream of tears)

/daluyangluha/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A flow or stream of tears usually caused by intense emotions such as sadness.
I saw the stream of tears in her eyes as she told her story of sorrow.
Nakita ko ang daluyangluha sa kanyang mata habang nagkukuwento siya ng kanyang kalungkutan.
Can be used to describe a harsh weeping or longing.
When something bad happens, the stream of tears from people is unavoidable.
Kapag may nangyaring masama, ang daluyangluha ng mga tao ay hindi maiiwasan.
Also referred to as a stream of tears that cannot be stopped.
At the wake, she couldn't hold back the stream of tears.
Sa kanyang pagdalo sa lamay, hindi niya mapigilan ang daluyangluha.

Etymology

Combined word from 'daluyan' (channel) and 'luha' (tear)

Common Phrases and Expressions

hit by sadness
a phrase used to describe someone who is deeply affected by sadness.
tinamaan ng lungkot

Related Words

tears
The liquid that flows from the eyes during crying or sobbing.
luha
sobbing
A soft cry or sound usually associated with sadness.
paghikbi

Slang Meanings

Cried tears of joy or pain.
When he saw his crush, everyone was crying tears of joy.
Nung nakita niya si crush, lahat sila ay daluyangluha sa saya.
Looking foolish because of emotions.
If you're not careful, you might look foolish in front of his family.
Kung hindi ka careful, baka maging daluyangluha ka sa harap ng kanyang pamilya.
Speaking the truth even when it's hard.
Even though I was tearful, I still answered him truthfully.
Kahit daluyangluha na ako, sinagot ko pa rin siya ng totoo.