Tiyuka (en. Aunt)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A word used to describe a sister of a parent.

My aunt visited us over the weekend.

Ang tiyuka ko ay bumisita sa amin sa loob ng katapusan ng linggo.

A woman who has a responsibility or role in advising her nieces and nephews.

My aunt is always there to give me advice.

Palaging nandiyan ang aking tiyuka upang magbigay ng payo sa akin.

A person with a friendship or special relationship with their nieces and nephews, acting as a second mother.

I consider my aunt as my second mother.

Tinuturing ko ang aking tiyuka bilang pangalawang ina ko.

Aunt, what's the news?

A greeting to the aunt asking what is happening.

Tiyuka, anong balita?

niece/nephew

The child of an aunt or uncle.

pamangkin

uncle

The brother of a parent.

tiyo

Often used for someone who is not listening or not doing anything right.

Tiyuka, please listen to what I'm saying.

Tiyuka, makinig ka naman sa sinasabi ko.

An expression of annoyance at interruptions or someone cutting off another's speech.

Tiyuka, I just gave the right answer, please stop.

Tiyuka, tamang sagot na nga ako, tumigil ka na.

A way of pestering or teasing a friend who seems confused or lost.

Tiyuka, do you need help? You look confused.

Tiyuka, kailangan mo bang tulong? Mukha kang nalilito.