Humanga (en. To admire)

/huˈmaŋga/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To act of admiring a person or thing.
He admired the skill of his friend.
Humanga siya sa galing ng kanyang kaibigan.
Showing respect or appreciation for something.
When the teacher admired their project, he gave compliments.
Nang humanga ang guro sa kanilang proyekto, nagbigay siya ng papuri.
The feeling of agreeing with or liking an idea or thing.
He was impressed by the ideas presented at the seminar.
Humanga siya sa mga ideya na inilahad sa seminar.

Etymology

From the word 'hanga' meaning desire or admiration.

Common Phrases and Expressions

admire and appreciate
Showing agreement and appreciation for something.
humanga at magpahalaga

Related Words

admiration
The feeling of desire or admiration.
hanga
worship
A higher level of admiration, often related to gods or holy persons.
pagsamba

Slang Meanings

So cool or awesome
Wow, you were amazing in the dance battle!
Grabe, ang humanga mo sa dance battle!
Became inspired or addicted to something
I got hooked on the new anime, it's really lively!
Humanga ako sa bagong anime, talagang bibo!
Fell in love or got attracted
He was smitten by her, that's why he asked for her number.
Humanga siya sa kanya, kaya nagtanong ng number.