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    Manghiya (en. To be shy)

    maŋˈɡiha

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The act of being shy or hesitating to show one's feelings or behavior.
    He often gets shy when there are people around.
    Madalas siyang manghiya kapag may mga tao sa paligid.
    The display of fear or hesitation to interact with others.
    He is not shy around new friends.
    Hindi siya manghiya sa mga bagong kaibigan.

    Etymology

    From the root word 'hiya' which means 'sensitivity' or 'shyness'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be shy around other people
    to be shy in social interactions with others
    manghiya sa ibang tao

    Related Words

    shame
    an emotion of embarrassment or shyness in response to a situation.
    hiya

    Slang Meanings

    To give a nice item or thing to others as a gift.
    Do you want me to get some t-shirts for your birthday as a gift?
    Gusto mo bang manghiya ako ng mga t-shirt para sa birthday mo?
    To invite people to join an event or activity.
    I need to invite friends for my party on Saturday.
    Kailangan ko manghiya ng mga kaibigan para sa party ko sa Sabado.
    To ask for help or service from others in a light and fun way.
    Sometimes, you just have to ask your classmates for notes when you need them.
    Minsan, manghiya ka lang sa mga kaklase mo kapag kailangan mo ng notes.