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    Paghibik (en. Wailing)

    /paɡhiˈbik/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The act of crying or lamenting, usually accompanied by deep emotions.
    The child's wailing was heard from the other room.
    Ang paghibik ng bata ay narinig mula sa kabilang silid.
    A loud sound of pain or sorrow.
    The wailing of the people at the wake was truly painful to hear.
    Ang paghibik ng mga tao sa lamay ay talagang masakit pakinggan.
    A feeling of profound sadness or heartbreak.
    Wailing is a way of expressing our feelings in mourning.
    Ang paghibik ay isang paraan ng pagpapahayag ng ating mga damdamin sa pakikidalamhati.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    heart's wail
    A deep feeling of sorrow or lament.
    paghibik ng puso
    wailing in the dark
    Crying or lamenting in a quiet environment.
    paghibik sa kadiliman

    Related Words

    sniffle
    A soft sound of crying or coughing.
    hikbi
    lamentation
    Deep expression of longing or sorrow.
    panaghoy

    Slang Meanings

    Speaking or crying together, often in the context of concern or anger.
    The crying started when his friends heard the news.
    Nagsimula ang paghibik nang marinig ang balita sa kanyang mga kaibigan.
    Expression of feelings, definitely accompanied by tears.
    The crying was nonstop while she recounted her problems.
    Walang tigil ang paghibik habang nagkukuwento siya ng problema niya.
    A tone of melodrama, often intentionally pouring out emotions.
    She cried in front of everyone to get attention.
    Nagpaghibik siya sa harap ng lahat para makuha ang atensyon.