Hinaing (en. Complaint)
/hiˈna.iŋ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A complaint or lament often describing dissatisfaction or hardship.
His complaint reached the authorities after a long period of suffering.
Ang kanyang hinaing ay umabot sa mga awtoridad matapos ang matagal na panahon ng pagtiis.
The expressed or narrated feelings of regret.
The people expressed their complaints at the gatherings.
Ipinahayag ng mga tao ang kanilang mga hinaing sa mga pagtitipon.
A form of blaming the situation or circumstances.
His complaint contained criticisms of the government.
Ang kanyang hinaing ay naglalaman ng mga pagbabatikos sa gobyerno.
Etymology
Originates from the root words 'hinaing' and 'inaing' pertaining to complaint or lament.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Complaining
Reflecting the tendency to complain frequently.
Maka-hinaing
Related Words
interference
A term used to describe involvement or participation in a discussion, usually in a negative way.
sawsaw
feelings of discontent
A state of emotion indicating suffering or complaint.
pagdaramdam
Slang Meanings
Complaints or grievances to friends.
How are you? I have so many complaints lately at work, it's tough!
Kumusta? Ang dami kong hinaing lately sa trabaho, ang hirap!
Stories about life's problems.
If you want to talk, I'm here to listen to your grievances.
Pag gusto mo ng makausap, andito lang ako para makinig sa mga hinaing mo.
Gossip or tales of frustrations.
Oh, Ana has so many grievances about her boyfriend.
Naku, ang daming hinaing ni Ana tungkol sa kanyang boyfriend.