Hilian (en. Shaming)

/hi.li.an/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A feeling or situation of shame or discomfort caused by the actions of others.

The shaming in their community caused fear and concern.

Ang hilian sa kanilang komunidad ay nagdulot ng takot at pag-aalala.

A way of expressing judgment or belittlement towards another person.

The shaming was used to show judgment on her decision.

Ang hilian ay sinangkalan upang ipakita ang paghuhusga sa kanyang desisyon.

From the word 'hili' meaning 'to cringe' or 'to relay' in a situation.

serving as a shaming

serving as a place of judgment or belittling action

nagsisilbing hilian

hili

The root of the word 'hilian' that refers to the process of judgment or shaming.

hili

To make up or pretend

There she goes again, making up her stories!

Ayan na naman siya, hilian na naman ng mga kwento niya!

To insult or bully

Don't be a bully, our friend already has low self-esteem.

Huwag kang hilian, masyado nang mababa ang self-esteem ng kaibigan natin.