Manghamak (en. To belittle)

/maŋˈɡha.mak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

To shrink means to declare inferiority of the value of a person or thing.

Do not challenge your neighbor's ability.

Huwag mong manghamakin ang kakayahan ng iyong kapwa.

It can also refer to emphasizing one's weaknesses.

Sometimes others seem to love to despise other people's mistakes.

Minsan ay tila mahilig ang iba na manghamak ng mga pagkakamali ng ibang tao.

The disdain may be a sign of envy or distrust of others.

You should not despise people because of their successes.

Hindi ka dapat manghamak ng mga tao dahil sa kanilang mga tagumpay.

The word 'manghamak' originates from the root word 'hamak' meaning 'lowly' or 'ugly', combined with the prefix 'mang-' indicating an action.

Don't belittle

A reminder not to underestimate others.

Huwag manghamak

lowly

A word related to being low or insignificant.

hamak

togetherness

The concept of interacting with others that should be done with respect and dignity.

pagsasama

To manipulate or provoke the emotions of others.

Don't be a manipulator, that's hurtful!

Huwag kang manghamak, nakakasakit na 'yan!

To engage in acts to make others envious.

Sometimes people just want to show off their wealth to make others envious.

Minsan kasi ang mga tao, manghamak lang para maipakita ang yaman nila.

Displaying the unpleasant attitude of arrogance.

Enough of that arrogant behavior, be humble for a change.

Tama na 'yang manghamak na ugali mo, maging humble ka naman.