Hinlalay (en. Toothache)
hin-la-lay
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition of pain in the teeth that can be caused by various reasons.
Toothache can be caused by having a cavity.
Ang hinlalay ay maaaring sanhi ng pagkakaroon ng cavity.
The feeling of intense pain in the teeth, often indicating other issues in the mouth.
When I have a toothache, I find it difficult to eat.
Kapag ako ay may hinlalay, nahihirapan akong kumain.
A symptom that requires immediate attention from a dentist.
Dentists advise not to ignore toothache.
Pinapayo ng mga dentista na huwag balewalain ang hinlalay.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'lalay' which means suffering or pain.
Common Phrases and Expressions
has toothache
experiencing pain in the teeth
may hinlalay
Related Words
tooth
The hard parts in the mouth used for chewing food.
ngipin
Slang Meanings
Asking about what someone frequently does; like gossip.
Pat said, 'Stop that hinlalay about him, he might get offended.'
Sabi ni Pat, 'Tama na yang hinlalay mo sa kanya, baka ma-offend siya.'
Being observant or interested in someone else's life.
That person has a lot of hinlalay on Facebook, like a detective.
Daming hinlalay niyan sa Facebook, parang detective.