halik
halík with stress marks
kiss
Usage Note
Halik refers to a kiss and is often used as the verb 'halikan' (to kiss someone). Beyond romantic contexts, it is a significant gesture of respect, such as 'paghalik sa kamay' (kissing the hand) of elders to receive a blessing.
Examples
" Isang halik para sa iyo. "
Natural Translation
A kiss for you.
Literal Translation
One kiss for you.
" Nagbigay siya ng halik sa pisngi. "
Natural Translation
She gave a kiss on the cheek.
Literal Translation
Gave he/she of kiss on cheek.
" Bago umalis ang bus, isang mahabang halik at yakap ang ibinigay niya sa kaniyang asawa. "
Natural Translation
Before the bus left, she gave her husband a long kiss and a hug.
Literal Translation
Before left the bus, one long kiss and hug the gave he/she to his/her spouse.
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