Pahingalay (en. Respite)

/pahingalay/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A temporary break or retreat from work or other activities.

They took a respite to rest from their projects.

Sila ay nagkaroon ng pahingalay upang makapagpahinga mula sa kanilang mga proyekto.

A place or situation where one can find peace and tranquility.

This vacation provided them with a respite from the noise of the city.

Ang kanilang bakasyong ito ay nagbigay sa kanila ng pahingalay mula sa ingay ng lungsod.

Derived from the root word 'pahinga' which means 'rest' or 'repose.'

break in life

An opportunity to rest or recharge from obligations.

pahingalay sa buhay

rest

The state of resting or ceasing to work.

pahinga

cool respite

A type of rest that offers a cool and quiet environment.

pahingang malamig

Quick nap

I need a pahingalay, so I will take a quick nap.

Kailangan ko ng pahingalay, kaya matutulog ako ng saglit.

Short rest

I might take a pahingalay before going home.

Baka mag-pahingalay muna ako bago umuwi.

Break

I took a pahingalay from the game because I was too tired.

Nag-pahingalay ako sa laro kasi sobrang pagod na ako.