Paghihinuko (en. Repentance)

/pɑɡhiˈhɪnʊko/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The process or state of regretting past mistakes.
Repentance is an important step in a person's transformation.
Ang paghihinuko ay isang mahalagang hakbang sa pagbabago ng isang tao.
The feeling that arises from understanding one's mistakes.
Because of his repentance, he was able to change.
Dahil sa kanyang paghihinuko, siya ay nakapagbago.
Recognition of one’s shortcomings and the desire to correct them.
Repentance is needed to make up for previous mistakes.
Kailangan ang paghihinuko upang makabawi sa mga naunang pagkakamali.

Etymology

From the root word 'hinuko' meaning 'regret' or 'return to the previous state'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

repentance to God
Recognition and repentance of sins before the Lord.
paghihinuko sa Diyos

Related Words

regret
The feeling of remorse for a wrong done.
pagsisisi
transformation
The process of adopting new behavior or outlook.
pagbabago

Slang Meanings

suspension of hope
I feel like I'm just in a state of despair regarding his love.
Parang paghihinuko na lang ang nararamdaman ko sa kanyang pagmamahal.
frustration from waiting
I'm in a state of frustration while waiting for his reply.
Nasa paghihinuko ako habang hinihintay ang kanyang sagot.
feeling of abandonment
My sense of despair is because he left me suddenly.
Ang paghihinuko ko ay dahil iniwan niya ako nang biglaan.