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    Himat (en. To yearn)

    /hi.mat/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A deep desire or longing for a person or thing.
    He has a yearning for his loved one who is no longer seen.
    May himat siya sa kanyang siyan na hindi na nakikita.
    A feeling of nostalgia or intensity for something.
    His yearning for his homeland is undeniable.
    Ang kanyang himat para sa kanyang bayan ay hindi matatawaran.

    Etymology

    From the word 'himat' which refers to a condition or yearning for something.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Yearning for the homeland
    Means having a strong love for one's own country.
    May himat sa bayan

    Related Words

    longing
    A deep feeling of solitude or desire for a person or place.
    pangungulila

    Slang Meanings

    Because of extreme tiredness, just going to rest.
    Okay, I'm going to take a break, I'm really tired.
    Sige, himat na ako, sobrang pagod na talaga ako.
    Suddenly fell or lost consciousness.
    Did you see Juan? He fainted in the middle of class!
    Nakita mo ba si Juan? Himat siya sa gitna ng klase!
    To take a temporary rest or break.
    This is like a short break, let's rest for a bit.
    Parang himat lang ito, sandali lang tayo magpahinga.