Kahiman (en. Embroidery)

ka-hi-man

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An art or profession of stitching designs using thread on fabric.
Embroidery is an important part of Filipino culture as depicted in traditional clothing.
Ang kahiman ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng kulturang Pilipino na inilalarawan sa mga tradisyonal na kasuotan.
The process of creating detailed designs on fabric using threads.
She teaches embroidery techniques to her students.
Nagtuturo siya ng mga pamamaraan sa kahiman sa kanyang mga mag-aaral.
A product created from the process of embroidery.
Her embroidery was sold in the market as a work of art.
Ang kanyang kahiman ay ibinenta sa pamilihan bilang isang likhang sining.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Community embroidery
Ang burda na nagtatampok sa pamana ng isang komunidad.
Kahiman ng bayan

Related Words

embroidery
A style of embroidery with traditional designs.
burda
thread
The material used for stitching and embroidery.
sinulid

Slang Meanings

ordinary or not special
I don't want an ordinary meal; I want something with ambiance.
Ayaw ko ng kahiman na kainan, gusto ko yung may ambiance.
of little value
If the result of your work is just kahiman, you don't need to start again.
Kung kahiman lang ang labas ng trabaho mo, di mo na kailangan magsimula pa.