Relax in Tagalog

Relax in Tagalog translates to “magpahinga” (to rest) or “magrelaks” (to unwind). This common English word captures both physical rest and mental calmness in Filipino usage. Learning its Tagalog equivalents helps you express the need for stress relief and peaceful moments in everyday conversations.

[Words] = Relax

[Definition]:
– Relax /rɪˈlæks/
– Verb 1: To make or become less tense or anxious; to rest and recover from stress or effort.
– Verb 2: To make or become less strict or severe; to loosen restrictions.
– Verb 3: To rest or engage in an enjoyable activity so as to become less tired or anxious.

[Synonyms] = Magpahinga, Magrelaks, Kumalma, Pumayapa, Magpahingalay, Humupa, Magtamlay, Magpahingahinga, Lumalambot, Mag-unwind.

[Example]:

– Ex1_EN: After a long day at work, I just want to relax and watch my favorite TV show.
– Ex1_PH: Pagkatapos ng mahabang araw sa trabaho, gusto ko lang magpahinga at manood ng aking paboritong palabas sa telebisyon.

– Ex2_EN: The doctor told him to relax and avoid stressful situations for a few weeks.
– Ex2_PH: Sinabi ng doktor sa kanya na magrelaks at iwasan ang mga nakaka-stress na sitwasyon ng ilang linggo.

– Ex3_EN: Relax, everything will be fine; there’s no need to worry so much.
– Ex3_PH: Kumalma ka, magiging ayos ang lahat; hindi kailangang mag-alala nang sobra.

– Ex4_EN: She likes to relax by the beach and listen to the sound of the waves.
– Ex4_PH: Gusto niyang magpahinga sa tabing-dagat at makinig sa tunog ng mga alon.

– Ex5_EN: You need to relax your shoulders and breathe deeply during meditation.
– Ex5_PH: Kailangan mong palalambutin ang iyong mga balikat at huminga nang malalim sa panahon ng meditation.