Maghininga (en. To breathe)

/maɡhiˈniŋa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that describes the process of taking air into the lungs.
We should breathe deeply whenever we feel anxious.
Dapat tayong maghininga ng malalim tuwing tayo'y nag-aalala.
The act of inhaling and exhaling air in the body.
We need to breathe properly for good health.
Kailangan nating maghininga ng tama para sa magandang kalusugan.
The act of expelling air from the lungs.
Breathe well before facing the challenge.
Maghininga ka ng mabuti bago sumagupa sa pagsubok.

Etymology

From the root word 'hininga' which means breath that passes through the mouth or nose.

Common Phrases and Expressions

breathe deeply
to inhale a large amount of air
maghininga ng malalim
breathe lightly
to inhale small amounts of air
maghininga ng kaunti

Related Words

breath
The air that is expelled and inhaled by the body.
hininga
breathing
Refers to the process of respiration.
hinga

Slang Meanings

To be happy or to enjoy.
Let's maghininga later, dude! Let's go back to the bar.
Maghininga tayo mamaya, pare! Balik tayo sa bar.
To be genuine or not take things too seriously.
You should just maghininga in life, not always be stressed.
Dapat maghininga ka lang sa buhay, hindi yung laging stressed.
To have fun with friends.
Come on, let's maghininga at the beach!
Tara na, maghininga tayo sa beach!