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    Mangharana (en. To serenade)

    /maŋɡaˈrana/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    An action of singing under someone's window to express love.
    He went to his beloved's house to serenade her.
    Nagtungo siya sa bahay ng kanyang mahal upang mangharana sa kanya.
    A tradition in Filipino culture where men go to serenade their beloveds.
    It is a beautiful practice to serenade a maiden in their village.
    Isang kagandahang asal ang mangharana sa isang dalaga sa kanilang baryo.
    A way of expressing feelings through music.
    He decided to serenade her to show his true love.
    Nagdesisyon siyang mangharana upang ipakita ang kanyang tunay na pag-ibig sa kanya.

    Etymology

    Originating from the word 'harana', meaning singing by friends under the window of a loved one.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Serenade of love
    Singing as a show of love.
    Mangharana ng pag-ibig

    Related Words

    serenade
    A traditional singing under the window of a suitor.
    harana
    song
    Music or lyrics that can be used to convey or express feelings.
    awit

    Slang Meanings

    A person who directs others without contributing anything.
    You might just be bossing around in the neighborhood, but you haven't helped at all.
    Baka mangharana ka na naman sa barangay, wala ka namang naitulong.
    Meaning of being overly commanding.
    You seem so high and mighty, all you're doing is giving orders!
    Parang ang taas ng utak mo, puro ka na lang mangharana!