Hayhay (en. Sigh)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A sound that represents a cough or breath often indicating frustration or weariness.

I spoke after a long day and let out a deep sigh.

Nagsalita ako matapos ang isang mahabang araw at naghayhay ako ng malalim.

sigh of relief

an expression of fatigue or depletion of resolve

hayhay ng loob

cough

A process of expelling air from the lungs as a reaction to irritation in the airway.

pag-ubo

Alright, it's okay.

Hayhay, let's go! No more beating around the bush.

Hayhay, tara na! Wala nang paligoy-ligoy pa.

Nothing to do.

Hayhay, I've been waiting for him, but he's still not here.

Hayhay, nag-aantay ako sa kanya pero wala pa.

You're saying too much.

Hayhay, you’re just complaining, why not just take action!

Hayhay, puro ka daing eh, gumawa ka na lang!