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    Panunungayaw (en. Mockery)

    /pa.nu.nun.gá.jaw/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A type of speech that describes contempt or mockery.
    His mockery caused emotional pain to others.
    Ang kanyang panunungayaw ay nagdulot ng sakit sa damdamin ng iba.
    Representation of negative opinion using the ability to ridicule.
    He cannot accept the mockery of his job.
    Hindi niya matanggap ang panunungayaw sa kanyang trabaho.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root words 'sungay' and 'naway'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    no mockery
    No contempt or ridicule.
    walang panunungayaw

    Related Words

    ridicule
    A word similar to mockery that refers to contempt.
    pangungutya
    insult
    An expression aimed to hurt others' feelings.
    pang-aalipusta

    Slang Meanings

    Sarcastic joking or teasing of another person.
    You're still like that, it's just teasing, but it's super funny!
    Ganyan ka pa, panunungayaw lang yan, pero sobrang nakakatawa!
    Criticism with a hint of humor.
    The teasing comments on your post are very creative!
    Yung mga panunungayaw na comments sa post mo, napaka creative!
    Having lines with double meaning.
    There were a lot of witty teases at the party, no one can beat your witty comebacks!
    Ang dami ng panunungayaw sa party, walang tatalo sa witty comebacks mo!