Hagahal (en. Gossip)

ha-ga-hal

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A topic or statement shared about another person that is often untrue.
They are gossiping about their neighbor's life.
Sila ay nanggagossip tungkol sa buhay ng kanilang kapitbahay.
An activity of talking or sharing rumors.
Gossip in the office was explicitly prohibited by management.
Ang hagahal sa opisina ay tahasang pinabawal ng pamunuan.
Uncertain information that may damage someone's reputation.
Sometimes gossip becomes the cause of quarrels among acquaintances.
Minsan ang hagahal ay nagiging dahilan ng pag-aaway sa mga kakilala.

Etymology

from the root word 'hala'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Let's not gossip.
Let's not spread rumors.
Huwag tayo mag-hagahal.

Related Words

gossipmonger
A person who loves to gossip.
tsismosa
speaking
The act of talking which may include sharing information.
pagsasalita

Slang Meanings

To party or have fun with friends.
Come join us, we're going to hang out at Mark's house!
Sama kayo sa amin, maghahal na kami sa bahay ni Mark!
To relax or chill in a fun environment.
But what if we hang out at the beach later?
Ngunit paano kung maghahal tayo sa beach mamaya?