From root: hinga
Usage Note
Hininga refers to the air taken into or expelled from the lungs. You can use this word when describing someone's breath, such as saying it is cold or fresh.
Examples
" Malalim ang kanyang hininga. "
Natural Translation
His breath is deep.
Literal Translation
Deep the his breath.
" Malalim ang hininga ng lalaki. "
Natural Translation
The man's breath is deep.
Literal Translation
Deep the breath of man.
" Pagkatapos ng mahabang takbo, hindi humupa ang kanyang hininga hanggang sa makaupo siya nang ilang minuto. "
Natural Translation
After the long run, his breathing would not settle until he sat down for a few minutes.
Literal Translation
After of long run, not subside the his breath until that sit he for some minutes.
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