Patihaya (en. Showing off)

pa-ti-ha-ya

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A behavior that suggests pride or display of wealth or ability.

His showing off gave him a bad reputation among his friends.

Ang kanyang patihaya ay nagbigay sa kanya ng masamang reputasyon sa kanyang mga kaibigan.

A form of behavior where a person wants to attract the attention of others.

His showing off with his new car did not help his status.

Ang patihaya niya sa kanyang bagong kotse ay hindi nakatulong sa kanyang katayuan.

Derived from the word 'haya' which means 'to reveal' or 'to show'.

no show off

living without pride

walang patihaya

showing off to others

displaying wealth or success to others

patihaya sa kapwa

arrogant

A person who lives as if they are superior to others, often in the form of pride.

mapagmataas

An awkward feeling or behavior, like cringing.

He says so much but I just feel embarrassed by his jokes.

Ang dami niyang sinasabi pero patihaya lang ako sa mga jokes niya.

Saying something shameful or embarrassing without shame.

He didn't hesitate to embarrass himself in front of people.

Di siya nag-atubiling patihaya sa harap ng mga tao.

To be awkward or walk as if feeling shy.

He walked awkwardly into school earlier.

Patihaya siyang naglakad papasok sa paaralan kanina.