Sigawin (en. To shout)

si-ga-win

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of calling out or speaking loudly.
He often shouts his friend's name in the park.
Madalas siyang sigawin ang pangalan ng kanyang kaibigan sa park.
The release of a voice that is higher than normal sound.
She shouted for help upon seeing the fire.
Nag-sigaw siya ng tulong nang makita ang sunog.
Expressing something with strong emotion.
He shouted out his sadness.
Nagsigaw siya sa kanyang kalungkutan.

Etymology

The word 'sigaw' comes from the root word 'sigaw' meaning to call out or speak loudly.

Common Phrases and Expressions

shout of joy
A loud call that expresses happiness.
sigaw ng kagalakan
shout for help
A shout to ask for assistance or support.
sigaw ng tulong

Related Words

shout
The action of calling out or speaking loudly.
sigaw
call
The action of calling out or attracting attention.
tawag

Slang Meanings

shouting loudly, seems out of control
Wow, he's so loud, like shouting endlessly, he seems out of his mind!
Hala, ang ingay niya, parang sigaw ng sigaw, mukhang wala na sa sarili!
shouting in joy or support
The fans shouted when their favorite team won!
Nagsigawan ang mga fans nang nanalo ang kanilang paboritong team!
expressing feelings in a loud voice
Sometimes, you really need to shout to be heard!
Minsan, kailangan mo talagang magsigaw para marinig ka!