Historian in Tagalog

“Hip” in Tagalog translates to “balakang” when referring to the body part (the area where the thigh meets the pelvis), or “uso” and “moderno” when describing something fashionable or trendy. The translation depends entirely on context—whether you’re discussing anatomy or contemporary style.

Understanding the different meanings of “hip” is essential for accurate communication. Let’s explore the complete definitions, synonyms, and practical examples below.

[Words] = Hip

[Definition]:
– Hip /hɪp/
– Noun 1: The projecting part of each side of the body formed by the side of the pelvis and the upper thigh bone.
– Adjective 1: Fashionable, trendy, or aware of and following the latest fashion, music, or cultural trends.
– Noun 2: The fruit of a rose plant (rose hip).

[Synonyms] = Balakang, Bayawang, Uso, Moderno, In, Trendy, Patok, Sikat.

[Example]:
– Ex1_EN: She fell and injured her hip while dancing at the party.
– Ex1_PH: Siya ay nahulog at nasaktan ang kanyang balakang habang sumasayaw sa party.

– Ex2_EN: That new coffee shop downtown is really hip and popular with young people.
– Ex2_PH: Ang bagong coffee shop sa downtown ay tunay na uso at sikat sa mga kabataan.

– Ex3_EN: The doctor examined my hip to check for arthritis.
– Ex3_PH: Sinuri ng doktor ang aking balakang para tingnan kung may arthritis.

– Ex4_EN: My grandmother needs hip replacement surgery next month.
– Ex4_PH: Ang aking lola ay nangangailangan ng operasyon ng pagpapalit ng balakang sa susunod na buwan.

– Ex5_EN: He always wears hip clothes and knows all the latest music trends.
– Ex5_PH: Siya ay laging nagsusuot ng uso na damit at alam ang lahat ng pinakabagong uso sa musika.