Mahiwatigan (en. Suggestive)
/mahiˈwatɪɡan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of hint or indication that is not direct.
His smile has a suggestive meaning about how he truly feels.
Ang kanyang ngiti ay may mahiwatigan tungkol sa kanyang tunay na nararamdaman.
A signal that emphasizes something.
His way of speaking has suggestive hints that should be noted.
Ang kanyang pagkakasalita ay may mga mahiwatigan na dapat bigyang pansin.
verb
The action of hinting or delivering a secret message.
He quickly hints the intention of his conversation partner.
Mabilis niyang mahiwatigan ang layunin ng kanyang kausap.
Common Phrases and Expressions
suggestive message
Message that has hints.
mahiwatigan na mensahe
Related Words
hint
An indication or signal.
hiwatig
hint
A signal or sign.
pahiwatig
Slang Meanings
to give a hint or signal
I'm looking for a hint from him if he wants to go on a date.
Naghahanap ako ng mahiwatigan mula sa kanya kung gusto ba siyang makipag-date.
to be vague in what is being said
His answer is always vague; you can't tell what he really wants to say.
Laging mahiwatigan ang sagot niya, hindi mo malaman kung ano talaga ang gusto niyang iparating.