Magpahiwatig (en. To imply)

/maɡpahiˈwatɪɡ/

Synonyms

to give hints or indirect expressions

He loved her but didn't say it, so he just hinted at it with his actions.

Nagmahal siya pero di niya sabihin, kaya nagmagpahiwatig lang siya sa kanyang mga ginawa.

to refer to something without being direct

He intentionally hinted that he was the favorite of the boss by being more diligent.

Sinasadya niyang magpahiwatig na siya ang gusto ng boss sa pamamagitan ng pagiging masigasig.