Hiyaw (en. Shout)

hi-yaw

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The loud shout of a person.
The shout of people at the concert is really engaging.
Ang hiyaw ng mga tao sa konsiyerto ay talagang nakaka-engganyo.
verb
The act of shouting.
He was shouting with joy when his favorite team won.
Siya ay hiyaw ng hiyaw sa tuwa nang manalo ang kanyang paboritong koponan.

Etymology

From the foreign word 'shout' or 'cry'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

shout of joy
A shout as a sign of happiness.
hiyaw ng ligaya

Related Words

voice
The sound produced by a person or animal.
boses

Slang Meanings

A shout or call usually used in games or to get the attention of others.
Just shout to get what you want from your friends!
Hiyaw ka na lang para makuha ang gusto mo sa mga kaibigan mo!
An expression of joy or excitement.
The concert was so much fun, we were shouting our heads off!
Sobrang saya ng concert, hiyaw kami nang hiyaw!
A term used as a call of thanks or appreciation.
Shoutout to you, thanks for the help!
Hiyaw sa iyo, salamat sa tulong!