Maghimutok (en. To lament)

/maɡhiˈmutok/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The process of expressing grievance or resentment.
Express your problems instead of hiding them.
Maghimutok ka sa iyong mga problema sa halip na itago ang mga ito.
A way of expressing feelings accompanied by desire or hope.
Sometimes, you need to lament to express your thoughts.
Minsan, kailangan mong maghimutok upang mailabas ang iyong mga saloobin.
The action of feeling hurt over a situation or event.
People often lament when they are not noticed.
Madalas na naghimutok ang mga tao kapag hindi sila napapansin.

Etymology

Originates from the word 'himutok', meaning to express grievances or to come from emotions.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to lament about life
Expressing grievances about life's challenges.
maghimutok sa buhay
do not lament
Do not express grievances.
huwag maghimutok

Related Words

himutok
A term used to describe crying or lamenting due to sadness or grievances.
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Slang Meanings

To be bitter or to complain about things.
You're just going to sulk, huh? We should be happy that we're seeing each other.
Parang maghimutok ka na lang, eh, dapat masaya tayo na nagkikita-kita tayo.
To worry or overthink about a situation.
Don't sulk over things that you can't control.
Wag kang maghimutok sa mga bagay na hindi mo naman kontrolado.
To be moody or sensitive.
Why are you sulking? We're just here for you.
Bakit ka naghimutok? Nandito lang kami para sa'yo.