Hibok (en. Swelling)
hi-bok
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A swelling or elevation of a part of the body due to various reasons such as injury or illness.
Due to the accident, he developed a swelling on his right arm.
Dahil sa aksidente, nagkaroon siya ng hibok sa kanyang kanang braso.
A type of sensation or symptom that may be caused by certain conditions.
The swelling in her stomach causes her fear.
Ang hibok sa kanyang tiyan ay nagbibigay ng takot sa kanya.
Consideration of changes in health condition.
This swelling is important to assess her condition.
Mahalaga ang hibok na ito upang masuri ang kanyang kalagayan.
Etymology
The word 'hibok' originates from literary works and is used in various contexts.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Swelling of the leg
Swelling in the leg that may be caused by injury or illness.
Hibok ng binti
Swelling of the stomach
Swelling of the stomach that may be caused by health issues.
Hibok ng tiyan
Related Words
limb
A part of the body that may be affected by swelling.
taga
Slang Meanings
An explosion or minor blast that causes fear.
He caused a hibok in the middle of class, so we all screamed!
Nakapagsimula na siya ng hibok sa gitna ng klase, kaya't napasigaw kami!
Intense discomfort or pain, often previously felt.
I have a hibok in my head from staring at my phone too much.
May hibok kasi ako sa ulo mula sa kakababad sa cellphone.
Common sound produced from smaller objects or movements.
I heard a hibok behind the house, can you check what that is?
Nakakarinig ako ng hibok sa likod ng bahay, tingnan mo nga kung ano 'yun.