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    Magngingiyaw (en. To squeak)

    /maŋ.ɡɪŋ.i.jaw/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A verb that refers to the action of squeaking or creating a noisy sound.
    The cat will squeak when she is confused.
    Ang pusa ay magngingiyaw kapag siya ay naguguluhan.
    The action of making noise indicating celebration.
    They squeaked with joy at the team's victory.
    Nagmagngingiyaw sila sa tuwa sa pagkapanalo ng koponan.
    Making a sound which can also express fear or concern.
    The child squeaked when he saw his mother angry.
    Nagmagngingiyaw ang bata nang makita niyang nagalit ang kanyang ina.

    Etymology

    This comes from the root word 'ngiyaw' meaning 'to bite' or 'to become noisy'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    squeaking cat
    a cat making noisy sounds as a reaction to its surroundings
    nagngingiyaw na pusa

    Related Words

    squeak
    The sound made by animals such as cats.
    ngiyaw

    Slang Meanings

    Making noise or being cheerful, often used for lively gatherings or talkative people.
    The kids are so happy; they are making a lot of noise!
    Ang saya-saya ng mga bata, nagmangingiyaw sila sa tuwa!
    Referring to a conversation among happy or loud voices.
    It seems like they’re making a lot of noise while playing video games.
    Parang nagmangingiyaw sila habang naglalaro ng video games.