Damtan (en. Sensation)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A feeling or experience related to a physical or emotional state.
The sensation of fear was felt by everyone in the dark forest.
Ang damtan ng takot ay naramdaman ng lahat sa madilim na kagubatan.
The feeling or impression coming from our senses.
There was a sensation of warmth on her skin under the sun.
May damtan ng init sa kanyang balat sa ilalim ng araw.
The process of obtaining or receiving information from the environment.
The sensation of shivering is caused by the cold wind.
Ang damtan ng panginginig ay dulot ng malamig na hangin.

Etymology

The word 'damtan' comes from the root word 'damdam' which means 'to feel' or 'feeling.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

sensation of love
The emotional feeling and experience related to love.
damtan ng pag-ibig
sensation of failure
The feeling of stress or hopelessness due to a negative event.
damtan ng pagkabigo

Related Words

emotion
A broader term referring to the emotions and feelings of a person.
damdamin
sensitive
The ability to feel or respond to stimuli.
sensitibo

Slang Meanings

like a sore throat
Wow, my throat is hurting so much, I can't even talk!
Grabe, ang sakit ng damtan ko, di ko na kayang magsalita!
feeling weak
Damn, I feel so weak today, I don't want to do anything.
Damn, parang ang damtan ko ngayon, wala akong ganang gumawa.