Maiyak (en. Cry)
/ma.i.jak/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that expresses shedding tears due to emotion.
She is crying because of extreme sadness.
Umiiyak siya dahil sa sobrang lungkot.
The act of sobbing or shedding tears.
He often cries in sad movies.
Madalas siyang maiyak sa mga pelikulang malungkot.
Expressing pain or anger in a vigorous manner.
Sometimes, crying is a sign of anger.
Minsan, ang pag-iyak ay tanda ng galit.
Common Phrases and Expressions
cry in pain
Cry due to physical or emotional pain.
maiyak sa sakit
cry without knowing why
Cry without understanding the reason.
maiyak nang hindi mo alam
Related Words
cry
An action of producing sound that expresses emotion and is commonly associated with crying.
iyak
sobbing
A louder voice that can be accompanied by crying.
tangis
Slang Meanings
Cried uncontrollably; crying a lot.
Sam seemed heartbroken; she cried so hard earlier!
Parang nahulog sa sawi si Sam, ang lakas ng maiyak niya kanina!
An emotional reaction, often caused by extreme joy or sadness.
When she received the award, she couldn't help but cry with joy.
Nang tinanggap niya ang award, hindi niya napigilang maiyak sa tuwa.
To become overly sensitive, often to movies or songs.
Alex always cries when he watches dramas.
Laging maiyak si Alex kapag nakakapanood ng mga drama.