Pahibayhibay (en. Fidgeting)

pah-i-bah-yhih-bah-y

Meaning & Definition

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noun

A gesture or behavior of hesitation that usually shows discomfort or anxiety.

I saw him fidgeting as he waited for his turn.

Nakita kong nagpapahibayhibay siya habang hinihintay ang kanyang turn.

An action of restlessness or aimlessness.

His fidgeting seems to be due to nervousness.

Ang kanyang pahibayhibay ay tila dahil sa kaba.

The movement or fidgeting of hands or body that is unintentional.

He often fidgets with his hands when he gets bored.

Madalas niyang pahibayhibay ang kanyang mga kamay kapag nabi-bore na siya.

Originates from the word 'hibay', meaning behavior or action without a definite purpose.

fidgeting of the mind

Restlessness or discomfort brought about by thinking.

pahibayhibay ng isip

hibay

A term describing behavior or actions that go beyond normal movement.

hibay

Denying something even though there's interest.

She doesn't want to talk to me even though she really wants to, just playing hard to get.

Ayaw niya akong kausapin kahit na gusto niya talaga, pahibayhibay lang.

Occasionally showing preoccupation or disinterest.

I hope she won't play hard to get later and actually go on a date with me.

Sana hindi siya pahibayhibay sa akin mamaya at makipag-date na talaga.