Haykap (en. Scream)

haɪ̯kap

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A loud shout or call often made in emotional situations.
He screamed when he saw his friend in the distance.
Naghaykap siya nang makita ang kanyang kaibigan sa malayo.
A form of communication that uses loud voice.
His scream could be heard all across the street.
Nagrinig ang kanyang haykap sa buong kalsada.
A way of expressing fear, anger, or joy.
His scream was filled with joy at that moment.
Ang kanyang haykap ay puno ng saya sa oras na iyon.

Etymology

From the word 'hayip' meaning busy or emerging.

Common Phrases and Expressions

scream of anger
A loud shout as a sign of anger.
haykap ng galit
scream of joy
A loud shout as a sign of joy.
haykap ng kasiyahan

Related Words

shout
A sound that comes from the mouth often expressing emotions.
sigaw

Slang Meanings

Companion or friend who is single
I don't have anyone with me, so let's just hang out!
Wala naman akong kasama, kaya mag-haykap na lang tayo!
Hanging out or getting to know new people
We just hung out with new friends on campus.
Kaka-haykap lang namin ng mga bagong kaibigan sa campus.