Mahila (en. Woman)
/maˈhila/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who is female.
Women play an important role in society.
Ang mga mahila ay may mahalagang papel sa lipunan.
A special term for a mature female.
The woman demonstrated her strength in journalism.
Ipinakita ng mahila ang kanyang lakas sa pamamahayag.
An engagement of identity or femininity.
She was recognized for women's rights.
Kinilala sa kanya ang mga karapatan ng mahila.
Etymology
Sanskrit (महीला, mahīlā)
Common Phrases and Expressions
woman in life
a woman with an important role in life.
mahila sa buhay
woman of the household
a woman who manages or is responsible for the household.
mahila ng tahanan
Related Words
female
A person who is female, can be young or old.
babae
madam
A title used for married women.
ginang
Slang Meanings
Chick
I just met that chick!
Bago ko lang nakilala yung chick na yun!
Girl
That girl is so beautiful, she's my idol!
Sobrang ganda ng babaeng 'yan, idol ko siya!
Bestie
I’m with my bestie at the mall.
Kasama ko yung beshie ko na mahila sa mall.
Ladies
I have a lot of friends who are ladies in the group.
Ang dami kong ka-friends na ladie sa group.