Kahiyang (en. Shame)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A feeling of inadequacy or discomfort related to a mistake or embarrassment.
He felt shame when he learned of his mistake.
Nakaramdam siya ng kahiyang nang malaman ang kanyang pagkakamali.
A situation where a person is sad or embarrassed because of their actions.
The shame he felt was something he could never forget.
Ang kahiyang kanyang naramdaman ay hindi niya malimutan.
A feeling of inferiority or embarrassment in front of others.
His shame was caused by the negative comments of others.
Ang kanyang kahiyang ay dulot ng masamang mga komento ng iba.

Common Phrases and Expressions

has shame
shows embarrassment or lack of self-confidence
may kahiyang
overcoming shame
removing oneself from being embarrassed
paghawi ng kahiyang

Related Words

was ashamed
the act of experiencing shame
nahiya
is shy
a state of being cautious or hesitant
nahihiya

Slang Meanings

extreme embarrassment
Wow, I felt so much embarrassment when I got caught.
Grabe, ang sakit naman ng kahiyang naramdaman ko nang mabuking.
awkward situation
We ended up in an awkward situation at the party last night.
Nakalagay tayo sa kahiyang sitwasyon sa party kagabi.
shy or embarrassed
Why are you avoiding it? Are you shy?
Bakit ka umiiwas? Kahiyan ba?