Panghinuko (en. Desperation)

paŋhiˈnu.ko

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state or condition of extreme loss of hope.
Due to desperation, he lost the will to live.
Dahil sa panghinuko, nawalan siya ng gana sa buhay.
The feeling of hopelessness or extreme doubt.
His desperation caused immense sadness.
Ang kanyang panghinuko ay nagdulot ng matinding kalungkutan.
Seeking a solution in situations that seem hopeless.
In his desperation, he decided to ask for help.
Sa kanyang panghinuko, nagdesisyon siyang humingi ng tulong.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'hinuko' meaning 'suffering or distress'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Due to desperation
Because of extreme hopelessness.
Sa kadahilanan ng panghinuko

Related Words

hope
The condition of having trust or expectation for the future.
pag-asa
sadness
A feeling of grief or melancholy.
kalungkutan

Slang Meanings

Extreme sense of regret and resentment.
I can't explain my panghinuko over what he did.
Ang panghinuko ko dahil sa ginawa niya ay hindi ko maipaliwanag.
Regret over decisions or actions.
I accept my mistakes, but the panghinuko is still there.
Tanggap ko na ang aking mga pagkakamali, ngunit ang panghinuko ay naroon pa rin.