Hiyang (en. Suitable)

/hiˈjɑŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

adjective

Refers to something appropriate or suitable for a particular situation.

This dress really fits you.

Ang damit na ito ay talagang hiyang sa iyo.

Shows suitability or compatibility with a person or thing.

The color of the paint seems fit for the room.

Mukhang hiyang ang kulay ng pintura sa silid.

A term used in the context of beauty or attractive things.

The sweet taste of the fruit fits my palate.

Ang matamis na lasa ng prutas ay hiyang sa aking panlasa.

Due to the roots of the Tagalog word 'hiyang', which may have originated from the root words 'hiyaw' or 'hiya'.

very suitable

A phrase meaning something is very fit or appropriate.

hiyang-hiyang

appropriate

Shows the quality of being the right size or fit.

angkop

suitable

A word that indicates compatibility with a person or activity.

bagay

fits perfectly

These shoes fit me perfectly!

Hiyang na hiyang sa'kin 'tong sapatos na 'to!

suits well

That's beautiful, that color really suits you!

Ang ganda, hiyang na hiyang sa'yo 'yang kulay!

comfortable

I feel really comfortable on this couch, it's great!

Parang hiyang na hiyang na ako sa couch na 'to, ang sarap!