Hayumahin (en. To embrace)

ha-yu-ma-hin

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
This verb expresses the act of hugging or touching a person or object with emotion.
When they met again, she immediately hugged him and kissed him.
Nang magkita sila muli, siya ay agad na hiningin at nang siya ay hinalikan.
Can indicate support or offering love to others.
Parents always embrace their children.
Ang mga magulang ay laging hayumahin ang kanilang mga anak.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'hayuming' meaning 'to cling' or 'to associate'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

embrace every moment
Make the most of every opportunity or moment.
hayumahin ang bawat sandali

Related Words

hug
An act of touching or hugging another person.
yakap
support
The act of remembering or supporting others in times of need.
damay

Slang Meanings

Super happy or fun.
Wow, I'm hayumahin with the smile on my face while watching the concert!
Grabe, hayumahin ang balat ng ngiti ko habang nanonood ng concert!
Showing or taking care of something well.
Your car is really hayumahin, always clean!
Hayumahin talaga ang kotse mo, laging malinis!