Humalakhak (en. To laugh)
hu-ma-lak-hak
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of producing sound from the mouth as a sign of joy or amusement.
He laughed upon hearing the funny story.
Humalakhak siya nang marinig ang nakakatawang kwento.
An expression of joy often due to a funny situation.
Everyone laughed in front of the stage when they saw their lively performance.
Humalakhak ang lahat sa harap ng entablado nang makita ang kanilang ibinuhos na pagpapalabas.
Speaking or making a sound that expresses lively emotion.
The children laughed while playing in the park.
Humalakhak ang mga bata habang naglalaro sa parke.
Etymology
The word 'humalakhak' comes from the root word 'lakhak', meaning laughter or chuckling.
Common Phrases and Expressions
laugh with great joy
to laugh with excessive happiness
humalakhak ng puno ng galak
laugh loudly
to laugh with enthusiasm
humalakhak nang malakas
Related Words
laughter
The sound produced when a person is happy or amused.
laughter
Slang Meanings
Be happy
Laugh a little so the stress goes away!
Humalakhak ka naman para mawala ang stress!
Enjoy
You should laugh at the party, everyone is having a great time!
Dapat lang na humalakhak ka sa party, ang saya ng lahat!
Laugh out loud
It was so funny, I couldn't help but laugh out loud.
Sobrang nakakatawa, hindi ko napigilan humalakhak.