Pailingiling (en. Screaming)

/paɪ.lɪŋ.ˈlɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A loud and sharp sound usually coming from a person, typically due to pain, fear, or joy.

The child's screaming caused worry for his parents.

Ang pailingiling ng bata ay nagdulot ng pag-aalala sa kanyang mga magulang.

A sound produced that emphasizes the emotion or state of mind of the speaker.

That scream reflects his intense anger.

Ang pailingiling na iyon ay nagpapakita ng kanyang matinding galit.

This word may originate from sounds represented by it, possibly reflecting human or natural elements.

screaming in fear

a loud sound made as a reaction to fear.

pailingiling sa takot

screaming in pain

a loud sound that comes from pain or discomfort.

pailingiling sa sakit

screaming

An action of producing loud sounds commonly accompanied by emotion.

pagsisigaw

stiffening

A condition of being firm in a situation often associated with screaming.

pagsitigas

A call or shout accompanied by sadness or grief.

I felt like just wailing when I found out he left.

Parang pailingiling lang ako nung nalaman kong umalis siya.

Crying with a mix of sobbing or whispering.

When she got home, I heard her wailing from outside.

Pag-uwi niya, ang pailingiling niya ay narinig ko sa labas.

A form of crying that seems to emphasize one's grievances.

I had to stop myself from wailing in the middle of the crowd.

Pinigilan ko ang sarili kong pailingiling sa gitna ng tao.