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    Taghilaw (en. Sorrow)

    [taɡiˈlaw]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A deep feeling of sadness or grief.
    The sorrow is undeniable in her eyes.
    Ang taghilaw ay hindi maikakaila sa kanyang mga mata.
    A state of emotional turmoil caused by loss or destruction.
    Due to her sorrow, she left their home.
    Dahil sa kanyang taghilaw, siya'y umalis sa kanilang tahanan.
    A feeling of longing for a loved one.
    The sorrow brought by his departure is hard to bear.
    Ang taghilaw na dulot ng kanyang paglisan ay mahirap tiisin.

    Etymology

    Indigenous word in the Philippines.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sorrow is here
    an indication that sadness is being felt
    ang taghilaw ay narito
    sorrow of the heart
    sadness that comes from the heart
    taghilaw ng puso

    Related Words

    regret
    A feeling of sadness caused by mistakes or decisions.
    pagsisisi
    longing
    The feeling of loss or absence of a loved one.
    pangungulila

    Slang Meanings

    Shield-bearer
    Oh, so he's the shield-bearer of the group.
    Ah, siya pala yung tagahilaw ng grupo.
    Water-color
    I bought yellow paint for my room makeover.
    Bumili ako ng taghilaw na paint para sa room makeover ko.
    Colorful life
    Because of his yellow shirt, his day looks cheerful.
    Dahil sa taghilaw na shirt niya, mukhang masaya ang araw niya.