Ihingi (en. Ask for)

/iˈhiŋɡi/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of requesting or obtaining something from another person.
Ask and request assistance from your teacher.
Magtanong ka at humingi ng tulong sa iyong guro.
The process of requesting permission or benefit.
Looking for a way to ask for permission for their project.
Naghahanap ng paraan upang humingi ng pahintulot sa kanilang proyekto.
A form of interaction where one requests information or a favor.
He asked for information regarding his application.
Humingi siya ng impormasyon tungkol sa kanyang aplikasyon.

Etymology

from 'hingi' with the prefix 'i-' added

Common Phrases and Expressions

to ask for help
to request assistance
humingi ng tulong
to ask for permission
to request consent
humingi ng pahintulot

Related Words

request
the action of asking or obtaining something.
hingi
permission
the consent or approval needed before doing something.
pahintulot

Slang Meanings

To ask for something or to borrow.
He asked his friend for money to buy milk.
Ihingi siya ng pambili ng gatas sa kaibigan niya.
To know people for favors.
Don't be shy, just ask for your help.
Huwag kang mahiya, ihingi mo lang 'yung tulong mo.