Pagkahimaling (en. Wonder)

/paɡaɦiˈmalinɡ/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A state or condition of being disturbed or captivated by an extraordinary event.
The wonder of people at his talent is real.
Ang pagkahimaling ng mga tao sa kanyang talento ay totoo.
An emotion that prompts a person to question or ponder how something happened.
The wonder sparked by his ideas is unmatched.
Ang pagkahimaling na dulot ng kanyang mga ideya ay hindi matutumbasan.
Typically experienced when there is an extraordinary event or occurrence.
The wonder in his performance reflected the audience's emotions.
Ang pagkahimaling sa kanyang pagsasakatawan ay sumalamin sa damdamin ng madla.

Etymology

derived from the root word 'himala' and contains the prefix 'pagka-' indicating a state.

Common Phrases and Expressions

filled with wonder
A state where a person is full of amazement or surprise.
napuno ng pagkahimaling

Related Words

miracle
An event that cannot be explained and often causes wonder.
himala
unusual
Describes something different or extraordinary that may provoke fascination.
kakaiba

Slang Meanings

surprise or shock
Wow, I didn't expect that to happen, it was such a shock!
Grabe, di ko inasahan na ganun ang mangyayari, sobrang pagkahimaling talaga!
wonder or disbelief
Did you see that? It's amazing, that was such a wonder!
Nakita mo ba yun? Nakakabilib, sobrang pagkahimaling yun!
astonished amazement
I'm so amazed by what he did, that was astonishing!
Sobrang amazed ako sa ginawa niya, pagkahimaling yun!