Makahatinggabi (en. Midnight)
/ma.kahat.ing.ga.bi/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The time or moment that is exactly halfway through the night.
He went home at midnight.
Umuwi siya ng bahay ng makahatinggabi na.
A time often associated with events or celebrations.
Guests are expected to arrive at midnight.
Inaasahang dadating ang mga bisita sa makahatinggabi.
Etymology
from the words 'maka' and 'hatinggabi'
Common Phrases and Expressions
In the middle of the night
Around midnight.
Nasa kalagitnaan ng gabi
Related Words
night
The time after sunset and before dawn.
gabi
midnight
Exactly 12:00 AM.
hatingabi
Slang Meanings
Late night hanging out or partying.
Come on, let's hang out late at night at the corner with the gang.
Tara, magmakahatinggabi tayo sa kanto kasama ang tropa.
Chilling or having fun until the early hours.
We always hang out late at Juan's house, it's so much fun!
Lagi kaming makahatigabi sa bahay ni Juan, ang saya!