Pamatiduhaw (en. Thirst quencher)
/pa-ma-ti-du-haw/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A thing that removes or quenches thirst.
Water is a great thirst quencher in the summer.
Ang tubig ay isang mahusay na pamatiduhaw sa panahon ng tag-init.
Any drink that provides relief from thirst.
Fresh fruits are commonly used as thirst quenchers.
Ang mga sariwang prutas ay karaniwang ginagamit bilang pamatiduhaw.
Etymology
A combination of the words 'pamatid' (to quench) and 'uhaw' (thirst), meaning something that quells thirst.
Common Phrases and Expressions
thirst quenching drink
Type of drink that provides relief from thirst.
pamatiduhaw na inumin
hot thirst quencher
Drink that is hot yet quenches thirst.
mainit na pamatiduhaw
Related Words
drink
Any liquid that can be consumed.
inumin
thirst
A condition describing the need for water.
uhaw
Slang Meanings
quick fix
Carla's gossip is like a quick fix, it doesn't last long.
Parang pamatiduhaw lang yung chika ni Carla, di naman tumatagal.
temporary joy
I experienced a temporary joy at the concert, but it wasn't the real thrill.
Nakatikim ako ng pamatiduhaw na saya sa concert, pero hindi siya yung totoong kilig.
thirst quencher (figurative related to feelings)
Because of their super sweet posts, it's like a thirst quencher for people looking for love.
Dahil sa sweet Na sweet na mga post nila, parang pamatiduhaw ang mga ito sa mga tao na naghahanap ng pagmamahal.