EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
modesty; refinement; demureness...
to stink, to emit a foul odor...
to uppercut...
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/ka-hin-HI-nan/
FIL: Ang katangian ng pagiging mahinhin; pagpapakita ng kababaang-loob, pagiging pino sa kilos, pananalita, at pananamit.
EN: modesty; refinement; demureness
The classic Maria Clara vibe. It’s speaking softly, moving gracefully, and not laughing like a hyena in public (even when the meme is hilarious). It’s the opposite of being 'walang preno'. In modern terms, it’s about having class, being reserved, and maintaining your composure, even when you're screaming on the inside.
From `ka-` + `hinhin` (modesty) + `-an`.
Traditionally associated with feminine grace, but can describe anyone with a refined and gentle demeanor.
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🇵🇭 Kinagigiliwan siya ng marami dahil sa kanyang kahinhinan.
🇺🇸 She is admired by many for her modesty.
🇵🇭 Ang kahinhinan ay isang katangiang unti-unti nang nawawala sa kabataan ngayon.
🇺🇸 Refinement is a trait that is slowly disappearing among the youth today.
Pang-uri
Tumutukoy sa isang tao na walang anumang ugnayang pampamilya o relasyon sa dugo sa isa pang tao.