Alikik (en. Twitch)

/aˈlikik/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A brief movement that is out of balance, often seen in muscles.
The twitch is seen in his arm while he's sleeping.
Nakikita ang alikik sa kanyang braso habang siya ay natutulog.
A sudden movement of the body, usually uncontrolled.
His twitch was a result of excessive nerves.
Ang kanyang alikik ay resulta ng labis na nerbiyos.

Etymology

Tagalog word

Common Phrases and Expressions

There is a twitch
An involuntary movement of the body or a part of it.
May alikik

Related Words

twitching
A condition where there is repetitive movement of the muscles.
twitching
shivering
An involuntary movement of the body usually caused by fear or cold temperature.
panginginig

Slang Meanings

A mischievous or restless child.
The restless kid by the roadside just wouldn't stop running.
Ang alikik na bata sa tabi ng kalsada ay hindi tumitigil sa pagtakbo.
A person who is very fidgety or loves to cause mischief.
Juno, wherever he goes, is mischievous and always up to something fun.
Si Juno, kahit saan siya magpunta, alikik siya at laging may kalokohan.