Hamak (en. Hammock)

ha-mak

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of bed or resting place made of fabric or other materials bound to bamboo or fingers.
He sat in the hammock while reading a book.
Umupo siya sa hamak habang nagbabasa ng libro.
An item used for resting, typically outdoors.
It's relaxing to sleep in the hammock, especially when there’s a breeze.
Masarap matulog sa hamak lalo na kapag may hangin.

Etymology

Spanish: 'hamaca'

Common Phrases and Expressions

in a hammock
in a state of resting or sleeping in a hammock
nasa hamak

Related Words

resting place
A place or equipment for resting.
pahingaan

Slang Meanings

lowly or of no value
Because of his behavior, everyone thought he was just lowly.
Dahil sa kanyang ugali, akala ng lahat hamak lang siya.
just something unimportant
Don't even think about that, it's just something unimportant.
Huwag mo nang isipin 'yan, hamak lang yan.