Dilat (en. Dilated)

/diˈlat/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

To dilate is the process of opening the eyes.

The dilation of his eyes showed that he was awake.

Ang pagdilat ng kanyang mga mata ay nagpakita na siya ay gising na.

adjective

Dilated shows the condition of being open or enlarged.

Because of running, his eyes are dilated from exhaustion.

Dahil sa pagtakbo, ang kanyang mga mata ay dilat sa pagod.

Refers to the topic of food or drink that has almost been left unconsumed without being properly swallowed.

Dilated foods become unsafe to eat.

Ang mga dilat na pagkain ay nagiging hindi ligtas na kainin.

From the word 'dilat' meaning 'open' or 'to open'.

dilation of the eye

A condition where the pupil of the eye enlarges.

dilat ng mata

pupil

Part of the eye that becomes larger or smaller depending on the light.

pupil

Big brother or sister - a term of endearment for older siblings

Hey, big bro, can you help me here!

Uy, dilat, tulong muna dito!

Wide awake or alert

Were you awake even while sleeping earlier?

Nakatulog ka bang dilat kanina?

Being alert or ready

Juan's eyes were wide open during the exam.

Dilat na dilat ang mga mata ni Juan sa exam.