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    Pagiwangin (en. To whistle)

    pa-gi-wang-in

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The creation of sound by whistling using the mouth.
    He whistled while walking in the park.
    Nag-pagiwangin siya habang naglalakad sa parke.
    Producing a loud sound as a way of expressing joy or attention.
    Whistle at her when you are near.
    Pagiwangin mo siya kapag ikaw ay malapit na.
    Inviting or calling attention to others by whistling.
    He used whistling to call his friends.
    Ginamit niya ang pagiwanag upang tawagin ang kanyang mga kaibigan.

    Etymology

    root word: 'wangin' meaning the sound or gust of wind

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Whistling for attention
    Whistling to get someone's attention.
    Pagiwangin para sa pansin

    Related Words

    whistle
    A sound created by air passing through the lips.
    sipol

    Slang Meanings

    acting childish; immature
    His behavior in the discussion makes him seem like a kid who knows nothing.
    Ang pagiwan niya sa diskusyon, para siyang bata na walang alam.
    not serious, just playing around
    Even at work, he often acts childish in his tasks.
    Kahit na nasa trabaho, madalas siyang pagiwanin sa kanyang mga gawain.
    acting as if one doesn't care about important matters
    He spoke in such a childish manner that we lost trust in him.
    Nagsalita siya na parang pagiwan, kaya wala na kaming tiwala sa kanya.