Paghikbi (en. Sobbing)

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Meaning & Definition

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noun
A crying sound that is deep or has a sad tone.
I heard sobbing from the child's room.
Nakarinig ako ng paghikbi mula sa silid ng bata.
An expression of intense emotion, often related to sadness.
Her sobbing showed her grief over the loss.
Ang paghikbi niya ay nagpakita ng kanyang pagdadalamhati sa pagkawala.
A common reaction to painful or sad experiences.
She fell into sobbing after hearing the news.
Nahulog siya sa paghikbi pagkatapos marinig ang balita.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sobbing of the heart
A deep lament or cry that comes from feelings.
paghikbi ng puso

Related Words

tears
Formed as a result of sobbing or crying.
luha
sadness
An emotion that often causes sobbing.
kalungkutan

Slang Meanings

Crying like a baby.
You're so dramatic, it's like a baby's cry.
Ang drama mo, parang paghikbi ng sanggol.
A sound of sadness or lament.
She reacts to her problem with crying.
Nagrereact siya sa problema niya sa paghikbi.
A sign of overwhelming emotion.
Her crying shows so much emotion.
Yung paghikbi niya, sobrang dami ng emosyon.