Paringig (en. Expression)

pa-ring-ig

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A call or request to convey something or a message.
His expression indicates his feelings.
Ang paringig niya ay nagpapahiwatig ng kanyang saloobin.
Indicating that there might be another intention or meaning behind what is being said.
His expression has the intent of grabbing others' attention.
May hangarin ang kanyang paringig na makuha ang atensyon ng iba.

Etymology

Tagalog

Common Phrases and Expressions

just an expression
A way of expressing that does not directly state the content.
parinig lang

Related Words

communication
The process of exchanging information.
komunikasyon
feelings
The emotions present in a person's mind or heart.
saloobin

Slang Meanings

a desire or interest that is not direct
This seems like a hint, but other things are out of the picture too.
Parang parinig 'to, pero labas na rin yung ibang bagay.
regret that may want to be communicated
I didn't expect you to throw that hint at me.
Hindi ako nag-expect na ibabato mo 'yung parinig na 'yan sa 'kin.
statements used to gain the attention of others
Looks like I need to drop a hint to grab his attention.
Mukhang kailangan kong magparinig para makuha ang atensyon niya.