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    Mahiyang (en. To be shy)

    /ma.ɦi.jaŋ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The state of feeling afraid or hesitant in front of people or situations.
    She is shy to express her opinion in the group.
    Siya ay mahiyang magbigay ng kanyang opinyon sa grupo.
    Avoiding the attention of others due to fear of being noticed.
    She often feels shy to talk to strangers.
    Madalas siyang mahiyang makipag-usap sa mga hindi kilala.
    Having uncertainty about one's own abilities.
    She feels shy to dance in front of many people.
    Siya ay mahiyang sumayaw sa harap ng maraming tao.

    Etymology

    derived from the word 'hiya' with a verb form.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    shy to ask
    the fear or hesitation to ask others.
    mahiyang magtanong
    shy to introduce oneself
    the lack of confidence to introduce oneself to new people.
    mahiyang makipagkilala

    Related Words

    shame
    an emotion related to feelings of embarrassment and uncertainty.
    hiya
    shyness
    the representation of being shy in a deeper context.
    kahiyaan

    Slang Meanings

    shy or embarrassed
    She's feeling shy in front of many people.
    Mahiyang mahiyang siya sa harap ng maraming tao.
    like, just being shy
    She's shy to join, but deep down she wants to.
    Mahiyang 'di siya sumama, pero deep down gusto niya.