Umingay (en. To make noise)

/uˈmiŋɯaj/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb indicating the action of making noise.
The children made noise while playing outside.
Umingay ang mga bata habang naglalaro sa labas.
Shouting or speaking loudly.
He made noise when he got angry.
Umingay siya nang siya ay nagagalit.
Making sound from an object or person.
The car made noise as it left.
Umingay ang kotse sa kanyang pag-alis.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'ingay' with the prefixes 'um-' and '-ay'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Cried out loud
Made a lot of noise while crying.
Umiyak na umingay

Related Words

noise
The sound produced by an object or person.
ingay
clamor
Loud noise or acting in a chaotic manner.
saba

Slang Meanings

To shout or call out loudly.
Just make some noise to be heard!
Umingay ka lang para marinig ka nila!
To make noise or create sound.
No noise allowed here in the library!
Bawal umingay dito sa library!
To be joyful or have a lively conversation.
The kids outside are making such joyful noise.
Ang saya naman ng umingay ng mga bata sa labas.