Hilahid (en. Scratched)

/hi.la.hid/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action referring to scratching or scraping on the skin.
When he fell, he had a scratch on his arm.
Nang nahulog siya, rau bro siyang hilahid sa kanyang braso.
An action that involves contact with something that causes discomfort or slight pain.
When you touch the painful wound, it might scratch.
Kapag nahawakan mo ang masakit na sugat, maaaring maghilahid ito.

Etymology

root word 'hilah'

Common Phrases and Expressions

scratched
scratched or scratched on the skin
nag-hilahid

Related Words

pull
A verb referring to the action of pulling or dragging something.
hilahin
scratch
The act of scraping or touching with nails or fingers.
kamot

Slang Meanings

Lazy or lacking motivation in life.
I've been hilahid for almost a week, I can't even go to work.
Halos isang linggo na akong hilahid, di ako makapasok sa trabaho.
Freeloader or someone who depends on others.
He's always the hilahid in the family, never contributing.
Siya na lang lagi ang hilahid sa pamilya, hindi siya nag-aambag.