Tihaya (en. Side)

/tiˈha.ja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A position of the body lying on one side.
He fell asleep on his side while watching television.
Nakatulog siya sa tihaya habang nanonood ng telebisyon.
The act of lying down or reclining of a person.
I saw him doing a lying position on the flat ground.
Nakita kong may ginagawa siyang tihaya sa patag na lupa.

Etymology

Tagalog word

Common Phrases and Expressions

Lying on one side
Lying down or reclining on a side.
Nakatihaya

Related Words

lying position
The state of being in a position that is lying down.
tihay

Slang Meanings

A way to address someone older or in a higher position.
Tihaya, follow what I said.
Tihaya ka naman, sunod ka sa sinabi ko.
A call to a friend who is knowledgeable or experienced in something.
Tihaya, help me with my homework.
Tihaya, tulungan mo ako sa homework ko.
A way of greeting or welcoming someone with respect.
Tihaya! I haven’t seen you in a while!
Tihaya! Ang tagal kitang hindi nakita!