Mamanhikan (en. To ask for the hand in marriage)

ma-man-hi-kan

Synonyms

  • pag-aabot ng kamay
  • pagsasagawa ng pormal na alok

Slang Meanings

Consultation with the woman's family.
We will have a formal meeting at their house for our wedding.
Magmamamanhikan kami sa bahay nila para sa kasal namin.
Tradition of a man visiting the woman's family.
Mamanhikan is important for getting her parents' approval.
Importante ang mamanhikan para sa approval ng parents niya.
Time for introduction and discussion.
During the mamanhikan, that's when formal discussions will happen.
Sa mamanhikan, doon magkakaroon ng formal na usapan.