Panghinayangan (en. Regret)

/paŋ.hi.naˈjaŋ.an/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The feeling of regret or remorse over a lost opportunity or thing.
He has regret over not attending his birthday.
May panghinayangan siya sa hindi niya pagdalo sa kanyang kaarawan.
An emotional reaction to the loss or non-possession of something valued.
Regret is a normal part of life.
Ang panghinayangan ay normal na bahagi ng buhay.

Etymology

Root word: 'hinayang', meaning regret or disappointment.

Common Phrases and Expressions

There is regret for the lost loved ones.
There are feelings of lament or regret for the loss of a loved one.
May panghinayangan sa mga taong nawala

Related Words

hinayang
The word 'hinayang' refers to the feeling of regret or remorse.
hinayang

Slang Meanings

blame
There's always blame when you didn't value the opportunities.
Laging may sisi kapag hindi mo pinahalagahan ang mga pagkakataon.
regret
Sometimes, regret comes later after panghinayangan.
Minsan, ang panghinayangan ay nagiging pagsisisi sa huli.
too bad
Too bad the time spent was wasted, it's really panghinayangan.
Sayang ang oras na naubos sa wala, panghinayangan talaga.