Gitlahin (en. Surprise)

git-la-hin

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A feeling of sudden shock or amazement.
The surprise of the news left him speechless.
Ang gitlahin ng balita ay nagtulak sa kanya na manahimik.
An event that causes fear or unexpected reaction.
The car crossing in front of him caused a surprise.
Ang pagtawid ng sasakyan sa harap niya ay nagdulot ng gitlahin.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'gitla' meaning sudden or abrupt shock.

Common Phrases and Expressions

discussing the surprise
The occurrence of a surprise that has been discussed or unexpected situation.
napag-usapan ang gitlahin

Related Words

shock
A feeling of surprise caused by a sudden incident or news.
gulat

Slang Meanings

To provoke something you don't like.
He's just trying to gitlahin his ex to make you angry.
Sinasadya lang niya na gitlahin 'yung ex niya para magalit ka.
To start a conflict or fight.
If you argue with him, you’ll definitely be the one gitlahin outside.
Kung aawayin mo siya, tiyak na ikaw ang gitlahin sa labas.