Hinto (en. Hint)
/ˈhɪn.to/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A statement or signal that provides clarification or explanation.
He gave a hint that I should focus on my studies.
Nagbigay siya ng hinto na dapat ay magtuon ako sa aking pag-aaral.
Direct indication that implies something.
His words contained a hint about his plan.
Ang kanyang mga salita ay naglalaman ng hinto tungkol sa kanyang plano.
A small piece of information that helps in understanding.
I need a hint to learn more about the problem.
Kailangan ko ng hinto upang mas malaman ang tungkol sa problema.
Etymology
From the root word 'hint', meaning a clue or indication.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to give a hint
To provide a signal or clarifying information.
magbigay ng hinto
Related Words
clue
A signal or indication containing information in a specific context.
pahiwatig
signal
An object that serves as a sign or indication of an idea or event.
siyang palatandaan
Slang Meanings
Stop
Stop it now, everything is fine.
Hinto ka na, okay na ang lahat.
Quit
Hey, do you want us to quit the fight?
Kumusta, gusto mo bang hinto na tayo sa laban?