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    Paghihili (en. Yearning)

    /paghihili/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The feeling of disappointment or desire for something unattainable.
    His yearning comes from not having sufficient time with his teacher.
    Ang kanyang paghihili ay nagmumula sa di pagkakaroon ng takdang oras sa kanyang guro.
    An intense desire or longing for something or someone.
    He has a yearning for the profound art of painting.
    May paghihili siya sa makatawid na sining ng pintura.

    Etymology

    Originating from the word 'hili' which means desire or longing.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    yearning of the heart
    intense desire that comes from emotions
    paghihili ng puso

    Related Words

    interest
    A tender desire or interest in a specific thing.
    hilig

    Slang Meanings

    Love or intense interest in a person or thing.
    I really have a crush on him, that's why I always watch his videos.
    Grabe ang paghihili ko sa kanya, kaya lagi akong nanonood ng mga video niya.
    A fondness or interest that isn't too serious, often a temporary attraction.
    I'm just in a crush phase, but there's nothing serious between us.
    Nasa phase lang ako ng paghihili, pero wala namang seryosohan sa amin.
    Extreme liking that feels like an obsession.
    His crush on this band is like they're his idols.
    Yung paghihili niya sa band na 'to, parang idol niya na sila.