From root: hina
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
humina
hu-mi-NA
became weak
Present (Incomplete)
humihina
hu-mi-hi-NA
is becoming weak
Future (Contemplated)
hihina
hi-hi-NA
will become weak
Usage Note
Humina is used to describe a decrease in strength, intensity, or volume, such as a fading signal, a softening voice, or a weakening storm. It is also commonly used in business contexts to refer to a decline in sales or market activity.
Examples
" Humina na ang signal. "
Natural Translation
The signal has gotten weak.
Literal Translation
Became-weak already the signal.
" Nagsimulang humina ang ulan. "
Natural Translation
The rain started to become weak.
Literal Translation
Started-to become-weak the rain.
" Bigla na lang humina ang kanyang katawan matapos siyang magkasakit nang ilang linggo. "
Natural Translation
His body suddenly grew weak after he had been sick for several weeks.
Literal Translation
Suddenly just became-weak the his body after he got-sick for some weeks.
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