Lihia (en. Pregnancy)

li-hiya

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition in which a woman carries a fetus in her womb.
Pregnancy is a very important stage in every woman's life.
Ang lihia ay isang napakahalagang yugto sa buhay ng bawat babae.
Period of the child's development from conception until birth.
During pregnancy, many changes occur in a woman's body.
Sa panahon ng lihia, maraming pagbabago ang nangyayari sa katawan ng isang babae.

Etymology

Originating from the word 'lihi' meaning being pregnant or the condition of carrying a child.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in pregnancy
in a state of pregnancy
nasa lihia

Related Words

pregnant
A word referring to a woman who carries a child in her womb.
buntis
birth
A process of a baby exiting the mother's womb.
panganak

Slang Meanings

Lady or girl, often used in a playful or flirty manner.
You're so beautiful, lihia, like a celebrity!
Ang ganda ng lihia mo, parang artista!
A term of endearment for a close female friend.
Hey, girl! Come on, join us for our outing.
Oi, lihia! Tara na, sama ka sa lakad namin.
Chick, often used to refer to a girl or woman in a casual context.
Girl, what's up? Are you going out?
Lihia, anong balita? Nag a-outing ka ba?