Mahinain (en. Weak)

/mahiˈnain/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
A person or thing that lacks strength or force.
He is weak in his body and easily gets tired.
Siya ay mahinain sa kanyang katawan at madaling mapagod.
Description of a state of having low capacity or strength.
His thinking is weak and needs training.
Ang kanyang pag-iisip ay mahinain at kailangang sanayin.
Can describe feelings or emotions that are weak or lacking in confidence.
His spirit fell due to weak emotions.
Nahulog ang kanyang loob dahil sa mahinain na damdamin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

weak heart
Lacking self-confidence or courage.
mahinang loob
weak body
The body suffers from lack of strength.
mahinang katawan

Related Words

weak
A word that describes lack of strength or power.
mahina
exhausted
Describes a state of fatigue or depletion of energy.
hapay

Slang Meanings

Weak; easily fatigued or exhausted.
She's so weak, just a few steps and she's already out of breath.
Sobrang mahinain siya, ilang hakbang pa lang, humihingal na.
Sensitive or easily hurt emotionally.
She's so sensitive to jokes, that's why I didn't tease her.
Masyado siyang mahinain sa mga biro, kaya di ko na siya naasar.
Lacking strength or determination.
She reached her goal, but to be honest, she's weak when it comes to challenges.
Nakaabot na siya sa goal niya, pero sa totoo lang, mahinain siya sa mga pagsubok.