Galis (en. Itch)

/ɡaˈlis/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition of itching or rash on the skin.
He developed a rash after inhaling dust.
Nagkaroon siya ng galis pagkatapos malanghap ng alikabok.
The feeling of irritation on the skin that often causes scratching.
The itch is painful and causes discomfort.
Ang galis ay masakit at nagdudulot ng discomfort.
A type of skin disease that causes rashes or spots.
Rash can cause itching and redness of the skin.
Ang galis ay maaaring maging sanhi ng pangangati at pamumula ng balat.

Etymology

Mula sa salitang ugat na 'galing' na tumutukoy sa pangangati ng balat.

Common Phrases and Expressions

has rash
experiencing skin irritation
may galis

Related Words

itching
The condition of having an itch or skin irritation.
pangangati
skin disease
A broad category referring to conditions affecting the skin.
sakit sa balat

Slang Meanings

Super angry
I'm wondering, why is he/she super angry at me?
Nagtataka ako, bakit kaya siya galit na galit sa akin?
Heartbreaker
Oh no, he's the heartbreaker that everyone is always talking about.
Naku, siya yung galis sa pusong sira na lagi nalang pinagtutumpukan ng tao.
Move it or you'll get hurt
Don't be so stiff, move it or you'll get hurt!
Huwag kang magpakatigas, galaw galaw, baka masaktan ka!