Paghinga (en. Breathing)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

The process of taking in air into the lungs.

With each breath, we take in fresh air.

Sa bawat paghinga, nakakakuha tayo ng sariwang hangin.

A movement of spirit or life.

The breathing of people is a symbol of their life.

Ang paghinga ng mga tao ay simbolo ng kanilang buhay.

The emphasis on taking air during physical activity.

Proper breathing is important while exercising.

Ang tamang paghinga ay mahalaga habang nag-eehersisyo.

It originates from the root word 'hinga' which means to take in air.

out of breath

unable to breathe properly

naubusan ng hininga

breath

The word 'hinga' refers to the act of taking in air.

hinga

struggling to breathe

The state of being out of breath that may pose danger.

paghihingalo

rest

Alright, take a break first before we continue.

Sige, mag-paghinga ka muna bago tayo magpatuloy.

a quick break

Let's take a quick break, I'm really tired.

Mag-saglit na pahinga tayo, sobrang pagod na ako.

just relax

I got overwhelmed at work, I’m just going to relax for a bit.

Tinamaan na ko sa trabaho, relax lang muna ako.

breather

I need a breather, I'm thinking about the deadlines.

Kailangan ko ng breather, iniisip ko na ang mga deadlines.