Umaing (en. Singing)

/uˈma.ɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

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verb

A verb meaning to produce sound or song with rhythm.

He was singing while playing outside.

Umaing siya habang naglalaro sa labas.

To produce sound that carries emotion for something.

The bird sang in the morning as a greeting to the day.

Umaing ang ibon sa umaga bilang pagbati sa araw.

The act of expressing feelings or thoughts through song.

He sang a sad song that described how he felt.

Umaing siya ng isang malungkot na kanta na naglalarawan ng kanyang nararamdaman.

The word 'umaing' originates from the root word 'umangins,' meaning to sing or to chant in a specific tone.

Singing happily

Singing with joy or delight.

Umaing ng masaya

Singing sadly

Singing with sorrow or mourning.

Umaing ng malungkot

song

An example of a musical expression through words.

awit

voice

The sound produced by the voice while singing.

tinig

Reached the limit of one's ability (to talk or act).

Wow, I’m really reaching my limit just thinking about this project!

Grabe, umaing na ako sa kakaisip sa project na 'to!

Became too emotional or overreacted to a situation.

He really freaked out when he found out he wasn't invited to the party.

Nag-umaing siya nang malaman niyang hindi siya invited sa party.

Telling the truth even when the situation is difficult.

I wish you wouldn't freak out on me, I'm just here to listen.

Sana'y hindi ka na umaing sa akin, nandito lang ako para makinig.