Wayway (en. Shiver)

wē-wāy

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A movement or shiver of the body due to cold or fear.
He felt a shiver after seeing the ghost.
Nakaramdam siya ng wayway matapos niyang makita ang multo.
A body reaction that often occurs with intense emotions.
She had a shiver of pure joy when she received her diploma.
Nagkaroon siya ng wayway sa sobrang saya nang makuha niya ang kanyang diploma.

Common Phrases and Expressions

shivered
expressed fear or anxiety
nag-wayway

Related Words

anxiety
A feeling of nervousness or excitement.
kaba

Slang Meanings

Intentionally showing off or trying to stand out.
Wow, Alex was really showing off in basketball earlier, all his shots went in!
Grabe, ang wayway ni Alex sa basketball kanina, lahat ng tira niya pumasok!
Bored or lacking attention.
He seems so bored with the stories, he’s always talking about endless drama.
Parang wayway na siya sa mga kwento, lagi na lang siya nagsasalita ng walang katapusang drama.