Magdalanghiya (en. To carry guilt or shame)

/maɡdaˈlaŋɡi.ja/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
According to a person's emotional urgency, it can carry a sense of embarrassment or disgrace.
He admitted that he felt shame after the incident.
Aminado siya na siya ay nagdalanghiya matapos ang insidente.
A verb that describes carrying a burden related to reputation.
He brought shame through his actions, which caused others to lose trust in him.
Nagdalanghiya siya sa kanyang mga aksyon at naging dahilan ito upang mawalan siya ng tiwala sa kanya.

Etymology

from the words 'dala' and 'nghiya'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to carry the shame of one's mistakes
to feel embarrassed about one's past actions
magdalanghiya ng kanyang mga pagkakamali

Related Words

shame
the sensation of feeling embarrassed or enslaved by the opinions of others.
pahiya
honor
the reputation or respect enjoyed by an individual.
dangal

Slang Meanings

acting like a know-it-all
Don't be such a show-off, it seems like you know everything!
Huwag kang magdalanghiya, parang lahat na lang alam mo!
someone who wants to show off
That's why he's a show-off, he wants us to admire him.
Kaya pala siya magdalanghiya, gusto niyang makitang humanga kami.
acting cocky
I wish you'd stop acting cocky, you look poor!
Sana magdalanghiya ka, kasi mukha kang mahirap!