Atig (en. Sudden call)

a-tig

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Sudden call or remark that requires immediate attention.
The atig in her voice emphasized the importance of the message.
Ang atig ng kanyang boses ay nagbigay-diin sa kahalagahan ng mensahe.

Etymology

Tagalog word

Common Phrases and Expressions

sudden pang of the heart
Sudden feeling or reaction from the heart.
atig ng puso

Related Words

call
An invitation or expression for a person to connect.
tawag

Slang Meanings

someone from another place, not from here
That's okay, you're just from out of town anyway!
Ayos lang yan, atig ka naman eh!
newcomer, fresh to a place
Who is that person? Looks like they're not used to being here yet.
Sino 'yang atig na 'yan? Mukhang di pa sanay dito.
different kind, unusual
You're great, it's like you're different in this field!
Ang galing mo, parang atig ka sa larangan na 'to!