Hina (en. Weakness)

/hina/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The state of being weak or powerless.
His weakness is caused by a lack of nutrition.
Ang kanyang hina ay sanhi ng kakulangan sa nutrisyon.
An aspect of physical condition that describes lack of strength.
Because of his weakness, he struggled to lift the heavy object.
Dahil sa kanyang hina, nahirapan siyang imatangi ang mabigat na bagay.

Etymology

Tagalog word referring to a state of being weak or feeble.

Common Phrases and Expressions

weakness of spirit
Being weak or lacking self-confidence.
hina ng loob
physical weakness
Physical frailty or lack of strength.
hina ng katawan

Related Words

strength
The opposite of weakness, meaning power or strength.
kalakasan

Slang Meanings

A woman who is weak or incapable.
Can you do that? You seem so weak, huh.
Kaya mo bang gawin 'yan? Parang hinang-hina ka, ha.
A common term used for consolation.
Don't worry, you can do it! It's just weak.
Wag kang mag-alala, kaya mo 'yan! Hina lang yan.