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    Pangangantiyaw (en. Teasing)

    /pangaŋɡanˈti.jaw/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    An act of mocking or belittling others.
    His teasing is truly painful for others.
    Ang kanyang pangangangantiyaw ay sadyang masakit sa puso ng iba.
    A type of behavior that often causes negative feelings.
    Because of the teasing, she cried in the corner.
    Dahil sa pangangangantiyaw, siya ay umiyak sa sulok.
    An action done with the intent to amuse but often goes too far.
    There are times when teasing causes disputes.
    May mga pagkakataong ang pangangangantiyaw ay nagiging sanhi ng hidwaan.

    Etymology

    From the root word 'bantiyaw' which means mockery or teasing.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Do not be bitter about teasing.
    Do not get too angry or hurt by those who mock.
    Huwag magpaka-bitter sa pangangangantiyaw.

    Related Words

    mockery
    A form of teasing often used for satire or criticism.
    pang-uuyam
    teasing
    A more affectionate form of mocking especially among friends.
    pang-aasar

    Slang Meanings

    Teasing
    Wow, you're really good! It seems like you need some teasing!
    Naku, ang galing mo talaga! Parang kailangan mo na tuloy ng pangangantiyaw!
    Joke
    Over there at the corner, there's so much joking that you can't tell if it's serious or just teasing.
    Diyan sa kanto, sobrang daming biruan, kaya di mo na alam kung seryoso o pangangantiyaw lang.
    Sarcasm
    Who wants to hang out with sarcasm? There's always teasing there!
    Sino bang gustong maging kasama sa sarkasmo? Laging may pangangantiyaw diyan!