Maihian (en. Embarrassment)
/maɪˈhi.an/
Synonyms
- kahihiyan
- hiya
Slang Meanings
Hiding or avoiding due to shyness
Stop being shy around your friends, you’re not a kid anymore.
Mahiya ka na sa mga tropa mo, hindi ka na bata.
Acting timid, like lacking self-confidence
Why are you always shy around groups? You should just be yourself.
Bakit lagi kang mahiya pag may grupo? Dapat magpakatotoo ka.
Being overly reactive or sweet
Sometimes you're just being shy, but you actually want it too.
Minsan nagmama-mahiya ka lang, pero gusto mo rin naman kasi.