Habungan (en. Connection)

/haˈbuŋan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place or thing where a connection or relationship occurs.
The connection of people on the road emphasizes their understanding.
Ang habungan ng mga tao sa kalsada ay nagbibigay-diin sa kanilang pagkakaunawaan.
A system of relationships that connect one to another.
Their connection became the foundation of their trust in each other.
Ang kanilang habungan ay naging batayan ng kanilang tiwala sa isa't isa.
Refers to the formation of relationships that can be physical or emotional.
The family connection is evident in their traditions.
Ang habungan ng pamilya ay makikita sa kanilang mga tradisyon.

Etymology

From the root word 'habol' meaning 'to chase' or 'to catch', with the suffix '-an' denoting a place or entity.

Common Phrases and Expressions

has a connection
refers to having a relationship with a person or thing.
may habungan

Related Words

relationship
A term also used to describe the connection or relationship between people or things.
ugnayan
connection
Refers to a physical or conceptual relationship with another person or entity.
koneksyon

Slang Meanings

A relationship or romance that's not too serious.
My relationship with him is just chill, no commitment.
Ang habungan namin ay cool lang, walang commitment.
A short term fling or temporary partner.
I had a fling during the summer, but that's over now.
Nagkaroon ako ng habungan nung summer, pero tapos na yun.
People you can date but without any labels.
I have a few people I date, but I don't want anyone to be my girlfriend.
Meron akong ilang habungan, pero wala akong gusto na maging girlfriend.