From root: hinga
Usage Note
Buntong-hininga is a compound noun describing a deep, audible breath. It usually indicates relief, sadness, or frustration.
Examples
" Napabuntong-hininga siya. "
Natural Translation
She let out a sigh.
Literal Translation
Let-out-sigh she.
" Malalim ang kaniyang buntong-hininga. "
Natural Translation
He/she let out a deep sigh.
Literal Translation
Deep his/her sigh.
" Pagkatapos malaman na ligtas ang lahat ng pasahero, isang malalim na buntong-hininga ang pinakawalan ng nag-aalalang mga magulang. "
Natural Translation
After learning that all the passengers were safe, the worried parents let out a deep sigh.
Literal Translation
After to-learn that safe the all of passenger, one deep that sigh the released by worrying the parents.
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