Hawong (en. Shout)

/haˈwoŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A sound created by loud shouting or calling.
I heard the shout of people on the street.
Narinig ko ang hawong ng mga tao sa kalye.
A loud sound that may be due to anger or joy.
The sound of her laughter makes us happy.
Ang hawong ng kanyang tawanan ay nakakapagpasaya sa amin.

Etymology

Related to the word 'haw' which means 'burst' or 'shout'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

shout of the people
The collective sound of people talking or performing.
hawong ng tao

Related Words

call
A use of the voice to get the attention of others.
tawag

Slang Meanings

Pain or discomfort in the stomach
I have a hawong because of what I ate.
Naka-hawong ako dahil sa kinain ko.
Diarrhea or a dietary issue that is very uncomfortable
I think I have a hawong, I always want to go to the bathroom.
Parang may hawong ako, laging gusto bumanyo.