Paghihinguko (en. Request)
/pagi-hing-uko/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of asking or requesting for help or something.
The request to Maria relates to her subjects.
Ang paghihinguko kay Maria ay may kinalaman sa kanyang mga asignatura.
The process of asking for something from a person or group.
The request for information is important for our project.
Ang paghihinguko ng impormasyon ay mahalaga sa aming proyekto.
Commonly used in the context of needing to approach others.
The request for help should be done with appreciation.
Ang paghihinguko ng tulong ay dapat gawin nang may pagpapahalaga.
Etymology
From the root words 'hingi' and 'uko', meaning asking.
Common Phrases and Expressions
request for help
The process of asking for support from others.
paghihinguko ng tulong
request for information
Obtaining knowledge from another person.
paghihinguko ng impormasyon
Related Words
ask
The action of asking or requesting.
hingi
complaint
An expression of dissatisfaction or request for change.
reklamo
Slang Meanings
the giggles or laughter of people who lack listening skills
The giggles of people in front of the quiz page aren't entertaining.
Yung paghihinguko ng mga tao sa harap ng pahina ng quiz ay hindi nakakaaliw.
challenges or teasing that show a light-hearted conversation
Their banter, like a friendly competition, is just silly.
Yung paghihinguko nilang magkaibigan, parang nagpapataasan ng ihi.
showing joy with a bit of teasing
Giggling at the kids while they sleep is fun.
Ang paghihinguko sa mga bata kapag natutulog ay masaya.