Hilingan (en. Request)

/hiˈlɪŋan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of requesting or asking for help, favor, or something.
His request to his teacher was for additional study time.
Ang hilingan niya sa kanyang guro ay para sa karagdagang oras ng pag-aaral.
A statement or letter containing a request.
He submitted his request to the office for the grant.
Isinumite niya ang hilingan niya sa opisina para sa grant.

Etymology

From the word 'hiling' which means 'request' or 'asking'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make a request
to make a request
magbigay ng hilingan
to accept a request
to accept a request
tanggapin ang hilingan

Related Words

request
The act of asking for something or a favor.
hiling
being requested
An item or help that is being asked for.
hinihingi

Slang Meanings

requesting something like a favor or something you want.
Just ask me when you need help.
Hilingan mo na lang ako kapag kailangan mo ng tulong.
asking for something directly, usually in a straightforward way.
Sometimes, you really need to ask for things directly.
Minsan, kailangan talagang hilingan ang mga bagay.