Gatgat (en. Flow)

/gɑt.gɑt/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Flow or current of a liquid.
The current of the river is very calm in summer.
Ang gatgat ng ilog ay napaka-mahinahon sa tag-init.
An eager desire to obtain something.
There was a rush of people to get the last ticket.
Mayroong gatgat ng tao na makuha ang huling tiket.

Etymology

Tagalog Language

Common Phrases and Expressions

strike of the flow
Rapid flow that causes damage or danger.
hagupit ng gatgat

Related Words

current
Another term describing the movement of liquid.
pansag

Slang Meanings

Quick snacking or eating little by little.
Come on, let's gatgat some chips while we play!
Tara, mag-gatgat tayo ng chips habang naglalaro!
Eat without regard for the amount; can finish everything.
I'm so hungry, so I'll just gatgat.
Sobrang gutom na ako, kaya mag-gatgat na lang ako.