Paghalimhim (en. Secrecy)

pag-ha-lim-him

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state or quality of being secret or unseen.
The secrecy of his intentions caused doubt among many.
Ang paghalimhim ng kanyang mga intensyon ay nagdulot ng pagdududa sa marami.
Not discussing a particular matter or situation in public.
The secrecy on this matter is essential to maintain trust.
Ang paghalimhim sa usaping ito ay mahalaga upang mapanatili ang tiwala.
The secret condition or situation.
He requested secrecy regarding his personal problems.
Humingi siya ng paghalimhim para sa kanyang mga personal na suliranin.

Etymology

From the root word 'halimhim', meaning to cover or hide.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in secrecy
in a state of secrecy or isolation
may paghalimhim
withholding information
suppressing or not providing information
paghalimhim ng impormasyon

Related Words

secret
A thing that is hidden or not disclosed.
lihim
hide
The act of concealing or hiding.
tago

Slang Meanings

falling in love
The way he looks at me is like a spark; it's so romantic!
Yung mga titig niya, parang paghalimhim, nakaka-inlove!
thrilling/romantic excitement
Every morning, I need to see him because it gives me butterflies!
Kada umaga, kailangan kong makikita siya, kasi sobra akong paghalimhim!
spark of attraction
When we started to know each other, I really felt that spark!
Nung unti-unting nagkakilala kami, ramdam ko talaga ang paghalimhim!