Hawakhawak (en. Hold on)

ha-wak-ha-wak

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

The act of holding onto something.

He is holding onto his bag while walking.

Hawakhawak niya ang kanyang bag habang naglalakad.

Holding onto a person or thing in a specific situation.

She is holding onto her friend in fear.

Hawakhawak siya sa kanyang kaibigan sa takot.

Having a connection or control over a situation.

He has a grip on his project from start to finish.

Hawakhawak niya ang kanyang proyekto mula simula hanggang katapusan.

Derived from the word 'hawak' meaning to have control or hold onto something.

holding hands

Having physical contact or meeting of fingers or hands of two people.

hawakhawak ng kamay

hold

The act of carrying or holding.

hawak

hand

The part of the body used for holding.

kamay

Very happy or angry that you can't help it.

I was so overwhelmed with happiness when it was announced that we won!

Hawakhawak ako sa saya nung inannounce na nanalo tayo!

Endless laughter or celebration.

Everyone was having a blast at the beach party!

Hawakhawak ang lahat sa galaan sa tabi ng dagat!

Lack of control over emotions or reactions.

People went wild when I offered free food!

Hawakhawak ang tao noong nag-offer ako ng free food!