Ngiwian (en. Sourness)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The feeling or characteristic of having a sour taste.
He gave a sourness to the fruits that are not yet ripe.
Nagbigay siya ng ngiwian sa mga prutas na hindi pa hinog.
The state of being sour or becoming unpleasant.
The sourness of his face shows his doubt.
Ang ngiwian ng kanyang mukha ay nagpapakita ng kanyang pagdududa.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sour face
The display of displeasure or doubt through facial expression.
ngiwian ng mukha

Related Words

sour
An adjective that indicates a taste opposite of sweetness.
maasim
he/she frowned
A verb meaning to express a bad feeling or doubt.
sumim siya

Slang Meanings

Annoyed or irritated
I'm irritated with him because there are so many people.
Ang ngiwian ko sa kanya kasi ang daming tao.
Experiencing nervousness
Sometimes, my nerves get the best of me during exams, my heart is racing.
Minsan, ang ngiwian ko sa exam, kumakabog yung dibdib ko.