Pahimakas (en. Farewell)

/pa-hi-ma-kas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A statement or message of farewell, especially in a sad context.
His farewell gave light to our hearts.
Ang kanyang pahimakas ay nagbigay ng liwanag sa ating mga puso.
An instance that tells a story or comes from someone going through a difficult situation.
Maria's farewell stressed her struggles in life.
Ang pahimakas ni Maria ay nagbigay-diin sa kanyang pakikibaka sa buhay.

Etymology

From the root word 'himas' meaning to touch or reach out.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Farewell of a hero
A farewell message from someone who sacrificed their life for the country.
Pahimakas ng isang bayani

Related Words

goodbye
A statement of parting or farewell.
paalam
legend
A narrative that provides meaning to culture and tradition.
alamat

Slang Meanings

goodbye with sadness
You will just hear their goodbye in every retelling of the story.
Makakarinig ka na lang ng pahimakas nila sa bawat salin ng kwento.
final message
He left a message before he left the country.
Nag-iwan siya ng pahimakas bago siya umalis ng bansa.
last words
Accept his farewell as his last words to you.
Tanggapin mo ang kanyang pahimakas bilang kanyang huling salita sa iyo.
the final say
His goodbye seemed like the final say to their long conversation.
Ang kanyang pahimakas ay tila siyang pagtatapos sa kanilang mahabang kwentuhan.