Halwat (en. Closeness)

hal-wat

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The opportunity to be close or closer to someone in a romantic context.
Their conversation under the moon gave them closeness.
Ang kanilang pag-uusap sa ilalim ng buwan ay nagbigay ng halwat sa kanila.
A state of joy in the company of a loved one.
The closeness in her eyes seemed to bring warmth to his heart.
Ang halwat sa kanyang mga mata ay tila naglalaan ng init sa kanyang puso.

Etymology

Arabic

Common Phrases and Expressions

closeness of love
close relationship with a loved one.
halwat ng pag-ibig

Related Words

close
being close to a person or thing.
malapit
togetherness
close relationship or being together of people.
pagsasama

Slang Meanings

Together and close
Even though we're together (halwat), he still won't leave me.
Kahit halwat kami ni John, di pa rin niya ako maiiwan.
Enjoying together
We had so much fun (halwat) at the beach, so much!
Ang saya halwat namin sa beach, sobra!
Having a special connection
Of course, we have a special connection (halwat) because my girlfriend and I are close.
Siyempre, halwat kami ng girlfriend ko kaya close kami.