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    Iling (en. Squint)

    i-ling

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A movement of narrowing the eyelids often caused by light or fatigue.
    When the sun rose, I couldn't help but squint due to the bright light.
    Nang umakyat ang araw, hindi ko maiwasang magiling dahil sa matinding liwanag.
    A way of looking that appears in people when they are puzzled or confused.
    He squinted while trying to think about what to do.
    Nag-iling siya habang nag-iisip kung ano ang dapat gawin.
    verb
    The action of squinting or closing the eyes that intensifies during effort or light.
    She squinted while reading under the bright light.
    Siya ay nagiling habang nagbabasa sa ilalim ng maliwanag na ilaw.

    Etymology

    Originates from the root word 'il', which means to raise or stick out.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to squint
    the act of narrowing the eyes due to light or difficulty seeing.
    mag-iling

    Related Words

    light
    The source of illumination that often causes squinting.
    ilaw

    Slang Meanings

    Stirring or existence.
    Even though he doesn't like me, there's still a stir from him towards me.
    Kahit di niya ako gusto, parang may iling pa rin siya sa akin.
    Tickle or a feeling of reasoning.
    Wow, the stir (reaction) of the comments on that post is intense!
    Grabe, ang iling ng mga komento sa post na ‘yan!
    Slight teasing or joking.
    Sometimes, his stir towards me feels like just teasing.
    Minsan, ang iling niya sa akin ay parang pang-aasar lang.