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    Maihian (en. Embarrassment)

    /maɪˈhi.an/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A feeling of discomfort or shyness in a situation.
    He wondered why he felt embarrassment in front of many people.
    Nagtaka siya kung bakit siya may maihian sa harap ng maraming tao.
    A state where a person is shy or hesitant.
    His embarrassment led to a decline in his confidence.
    Ang maihian niya ay nagparaan ng pagbagsak ng kanyang kumpiyansa.

    Etymology

    The word 'maihian' is derived from the root word 'hiya'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be embarrassed
    the state of being shy in a situation.
    na maihian

    Related Words

    shame
    A feeling or condition where a person feels uncomfortable or shy in a situation.
    hiya
    embarrassing
    Something or a situation that causes embarrassment.
    kahiya-hiya

    Slang Meanings

    Hiding or avoiding due to shyness
    Stop being shy around your friends, you’re not a kid anymore.
    Mahiya ka na sa mga tropa mo, hindi ka na bata.
    Acting timid, like lacking self-confidence
    Why are you always shy around groups? You should just be yourself.
    Bakit lagi kang mahiya pag may grupo? Dapat magpakatotoo ka.
    Being overly reactive or sweet
    Sometimes you're just being shy, but you actually want it too.
    Minsan nagmama-mahiya ka lang, pero gusto mo rin naman kasi.