Langhap (en. Inhalation)

/laŋhap/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of taking air or scent through the nose.
The inhalation of flowers is very fresh in the morning.
Ang langhap ng bulaklak ay napaka-sariwa sa umaga.
A type of breathing where air enters the lungs.
Proper inhalation is important for athletes.
Ang tamang langhap ay mahalaga para sa mga atleta.
The scent or smell perceived in a place.
The smell of freshly baked bread made me hungry.
Ang langhap ng bagong lutong tinapay ay naging dahilan ng pagkagutom ko.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'langhap' referring to the act of inhaling air or scent.

Common Phrases and Expressions

scent-delicious
Sensory experience of a delicious smell; can refer to food or something enticing.
langhap-sarap

Related Words

scent
A word that also refers to capturing or inhaling scents.
sagap
smell
A sense related to odors or scents.
amoy

Slang Meanings

A taste or occasional sniff of something, often delicious.
The scent of sinigang at home makes me hungry!
Ang langhap ng sinigang sa bahay, nakakagutom!
Very fragrant; delightful to smell.
Wow, the scent of your perfume is so nice to the nose!
Naku, ang langhap ng pabango mo, ang saya sa ilong!