Pangingilig (en. Shivering)
paŋɪˈɡilɪɡ
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition of shivering or trembling caused by cold or fear.
He felt shivering in his arms every time he walked through the dark forest.
Naramdaman niya ang pangingilig sa kanyang mga braso sa tuwing naglalakad siya sa madilim na kagubatan.
The hesitation or uncertainty that causes fear or dread.
The shivering he felt was because he didn't know what would happen next.
Ang pangingilig na nadama niya ay dahil sa hindi niya malaman ang mangyayari sa susunod.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'ngilig' combined with the prefix 'pang-' to indicate a quality or condition.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Shaking with fear
Shivering caused by fear.
Nanginginig sa takot
Shivers of the body
Regret or intense emotion associated with fear or distress.
Panginginig ng laman
Related Words
shiver
The resulting trembling or shivering of the body.
ngilig
trembling
The presence of shivering, usually caused by cold temperatures or emotional stress.
panginginig
Slang Meanings
Pure joy and thrill from an amazing experience.
That excitement you feel when you receive your exam results and you got a perfect score, the joy!
Yung pangingilig mo kapag natanggap mo ang pagsusulit mo tapos perfect ka, ang saya!
Intensity of emotions in a situation, even if it's not romantic.
I was so excited about that news; it had a huge impact on everyone!
Sobrang pangingilig ko sa balita na yan, ang laki ng epekto sa lahat!
Excitement caused by emotions, usually related to romantic feelings.
When I saw her, my excitement was overwhelming; she was so beautiful!
Nang makita ko siya, ang pangingilig ko ay sobra, sobrang ganda niya!