Mayangpaking (en. Listening bird)

/ma.jaŋ.pa.kiŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of bird commonly found in tropical areas.
The mayangpaking is known for its beautiful sound.
Ang mayangpaking ay kilala sa magandang tunog nito.
A bird often seen in fields and gardens.
Many mayangpaking live in our town.
Maraming mayangpaking ang naninirahan sa aming bayan.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'maya' referring to a type of bird, and 'paking' which may refer to listening or paying close attention.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Intuition of the listening bird
Refers to keen listening or information gathering.
Dinig ng mayangpaking

Related Words

bird
Refers to animals that have feathers and the ability to fly.
ibo

Slang Meanings

Feeling bad or disappointed about something
I'm just feeling bad about what happened.
Mayangpaking na lang ako dahil sa nangyari.
Overthinking or dwelling on negative thoughts
Don't overthink it, just chill!
Huwag ka na mag-mayangpaking, chill ka lang!
Being overly dramatic about a situation
You're being so dramatic, you're overreacting.
Ang dami mong mayangpaking, sobrang OA mo.