Gawak (en. Sneeze)

/ˈɡawak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A sudden expulsion of air from the nose and mouth.

A sudden sneeze happened from her nose after she was distracted.

Aktibong dumating ang gawak mula sa kanyang ilong matapos siya ma-abala.

Commonly a body response to clear the air passages.

A sneeze helps to clear dust from the surroundings.

Ang gawak ay nakakatulong sa paglilinis ng mga alikabok sa paligid.

Sometimes an indication of having an allergy or cold.

His frequent sneezes could be a sign of an allergy.

Ang madalas na gawak niya ay maaaring isang senyales ng allergy.

Austronesian language

Ask before you sneeze.

It's a good idea to ask people around before showing a sneeze.

Magtanong ka bago mag-gawak.

cold

A condition of producing a runny liquid from the nose.

sipon

allergy

An immune system reaction to a specific allergen.

alergy

Lying down or taking a rest

You seem so luxurious, just lounging on the sofa.

Parang ang rangya mo, gawak lang sa sofa.

To sleep

Alright, I'm going to sleep now, I have to wake up early tomorrow.

Sige, gawak na ako, maaga pa bukas.

To chill or relax

I'm not in the mood, I just want to chill at home.

Wala akong gana, gusto ko lang gawak sa bahay.