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    Kahawigan (en. Similarity)

    ka-ha-wi-gan

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The characteristic of being similar or alike.
    He has a similarity to his father.
    Mayroon siyang kahawigan sa kanyang ama.
    An object that appears to be the same or similar.
    The similarity of these birds is noticeable.
    Ang kahawigan ng mga ibon na ito ay kapansin-pansin.
    A resemblance in form, characteristics, or behavior.
    The similarity of their voices is surprising.
    Ang kahawigan ng kanilang mga boses ay nakakagulat.

    Etymology

    From the word 'hawi' meaning 'image' or 'similar to'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    soulmate
    A person who has similar feelings or experiences.
    kahawig ng puso
    having resemblance
    Having similarity with another person or object.
    may kahawigan

    Related Words

    equal
    A person or object similar to another.
    kapareho
    similar
    An object that has resemblance to another.
    katulad

    Slang Meanings

    relatives or kinds
    I hope to meet your relatives in the family.
    Sana makilala ko naman ang mga kahawigan mo sa pamilya.
    similar or alike
    The new guy seems like a counterpart of RJ.
    Parang kahawigan ni RJ ang bagong dating na lalaki.
    partner or mate
    The members of my basketball team outshine the other teammates.
    Ang mga kahawigan ko sa basketball team ay talo ang ibang mga kakampi.