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    Hiluka (en. Elbow)

    /hiˈlu.ka/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A part of the body connecting the arm and hand.
    His elbow was injured while playing.
    Ang kanyang hiluka ay nasaktan habang siya ay naglalaro.
    The joint between the arm and forearm.
    He needs to straighten his elbow after exercising.
    Kailangan niyang ituwid ang kanyang hiluka matapos ang ehersisyo.
    A part of the body that allows for flexing and facilitates motion.
    He can quickly perform movements using his elbow.
    Mabilis siyang nakakagawa ng mga galaw gamit ang kanyang hiluka.

    Etymology

    Tagalog

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Elbow check
    A way to check for control in movement.
    Hilukin ang siko

    Related Words

    arm
    The part of the body from shoulder to wrist.
    braso
    hand
    The end of the arm used for movement and grasping.
    kamay
    joint
    The part of the body where two bones connect.
    kasukasuan

    Slang Meanings

    Charismatic or alluring to a person or thing.
    She's so beautiful, she has everyone at the party entranced!
    Ang ganda niya, sobrang hiluka sa mga tao sa party!
    To beautify or fix oneself up.
    Before I go out, I need to get myself looking fresh.
    Bago ako lumabas, nag-hiluka muna ako para magmukhang fresh.