Halawin (en. Addiction)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

An intense need or desire for something that often causes problems.

His addiction to cigarettes caused his lung disease.

Ang kanyang halawin sa sigarilyo ay naging sanhi ng kanyang sakit sa baga.

A condition where a person cannot refrain from obtaining something.

He needs to seek help for his addiction to drugs.

Kailangan niyang humingi ng tulong para sa kanyang halawin sa droga.

A relapse into bad habits that become part of a person's life.

Addiction often becomes an obstacle to a person's success.

Ang halawin ay kadalasang nagiging hadlang sa tagumpay ng isang tao.

verb

Having an intense desire or liking for something.

He is addicted to coffee, so he always drinks it.

Halawin siya sa kape, kaya't palagi siyang umiinom nito.

addiction to vices

having a vice that seems unavoidable

halaw sa bisyo

addiction to drugs

having dependence on illegal substances

halaw sa droga

vice

Unwanted or harmful habits or behaviors.

bisyo

danger

A situation that can cause harm or negative effects.

panganib

to have fun or enjoy

Let's have fun at the beach this weekend!

Halawin tayo sa beach this weekend!

to be happy or joyful

You should enjoy moments like this.

Dapat halawin ka sa mga ganitong pagkakataon.

to party or celebrate

Let's celebrate your birthday at the bar.

Halawin natin ang birthday mo sa bar.