Magpahindi (en. To indicate refusal)

/maɡ.paˈhin.di/

Synonyms

to pretend to refuse

Even if you like him, just act like you're refusing so you won't seem clingy.

Kahit na gusto mo siya, magpahindi ka na lang para di ka maging clingy.

to show disinterest

When he texts, act like you're not that interested so he knows.

Kapag nag-text siya, magpahindi ka para malaman niyang di ka masyadong interesado.

to play it cool

Let's just act uninterested, it's better not to be too aggressive.

Magpahindi na lang tayo, mas maganda kung di tayo masyadong aggressive.