Humimas (en. To stroke)

hu-mi-mas

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of stroking or touching an object or person.
He stroked the back of his dog to cheer it up.
Humimas siya sa likod ng kanyang aso upang pasayahin ito.
A gentle motion aimed at providing comfort or calming.
She stroked her child’s chest to calm him down.
Humimas siya sa dibdib ng kanyang anak upang mapatahan ito.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'himas', meaning 'to stroke' or 'to caress'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to stroke a bit
to provide slight comfort through touch
humimas ng kaunti

Related Words

stroke
An action of touching or caressing an object or person.
himas

Slang Meanings

to achieve quick results or success
He hit the jackpot in gambling!
Humimas siya sa jackpot sa sugal!
to connect or chat
Let's chat later, I'm so bored.
Humimas tayo mamaya, sobra akong bored.
story or gossip from someone else
I heard from someone, he got the scoop.
Sabi sa akin, humimas daw siya sa balita.