Nakakauhaw (en. Thirsty)

na-ka-ka-u-haw

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
An adjective relating to the feeling that a person needs water.
After running, I am thirsty.
Matapos tumakbo, ako ay nakakauhaw.
Indicates thirst or need for a drink.
The hot weather is thirst-inducing.
Ang mainit na panahon ay nakakauhaw.

Common Phrases and Expressions

The heat of the weather is thirsty.
The heat of the weather causes a feeling of thirst.
Nakakauhaw ang init ng panahon.

Related Words

ripe fruit
A thing that can cause thirst due to its sweetness.
hinog na prutas

Slang Meanings

thirsty
This summer is really hot and thirsty!
Ang tag-init na ito, nakakauhaw talaga!
no more water in the throat
Wow, I'm so thirsty, it's like there's no more water in my throat!
Grabe, nakakauhaw na ako, parang wala nang tubig sa lalamunan ko!
so disappointed
Why are you so happy? I'm really thirsty (and feeling down)!
Bakit ang saya saya mo? Ako nakakauhaw na!