Mahiwaga (en. Mysterious)

/ma-hi-wa-ga/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Not easy to understand or explain; full of mystery.
Her eyes had a mysterious look that seemed to hide a secret.
Ang kanyang mga mata ay may mahiwagang tingin na tila nagtatago ng lihim.
Suggesting doubt or a puzzle.
There was a mysterious sound coming from the forest.
May isang mahiwagang tunog na nagmumula sa gubat.
Containing unknown elements or aspects.
His story was full of mysterious events.
Ang kanyang kwento ay puno ng mahiwagang pangyayari.

Etymology

from the word 'hiwaga' which means something that is not understood or a mystery.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mysterious race
a group of people with special traits or abilities that are difficult to understand.
mahiwagang lahi
mysterious forest
a forest full of unknown things and secrets.
mahiwagang gubat

Related Words

mystery
a thing or situation that is difficult to understand or explain.
hiwaga
mysterious being
a being with unusual traits that makes it difficult to understand their true nature.
misteryosong nilalang

Slang Meanings

mysterious or miraculous
The stories they tell about ghosts are truly mysterious.
Ang mga sinasabi nilang kwento tungkol sa multo ay talaga namang mahiwaga.
cool or awesome
My favorite band's new album is so cool, it's amazing!
Ang bagong album ng paborito kong banda ay sobrang mahiwaga, ang galing!
captivating
The painting I saw in the gallery is so captivating.
Yung painting na nakita ko sa gallery ay sobrang mahiwaga.