Isalabid (en. To punch or jab)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of pushing or placing something into a space.
Jab your fingers into the hole to retrieve the lost item.
Isalabid mo ang iyong mga daliri sa butas upang makuha ang nawawalang bagay.
Perform a quick movement often used in combat or fighting.
In a fight, it's best to punch at the right time.
Sa laban, mas magandang isalabid ang iyong kamao sa tamang oras.

Common Phrases and Expressions

jab the fist
to throw a punch
isalabid ang kamao

Related Words

punch
A formation of the hand used to hit another person or object.
suntok
block
The act of blocking or receiving an attack.
salag

Slang Meanings

Quickly stepping out or stepping onto the road.
He jumped and 'is jumped' into a big puddle.
Tumalon siya at nag-‘isalabid’ sa malaking putik.
Because of extreme joy, like jumping with glee.
Upon seeing her idol, she 'is jumped' with happiness.
Pagkakita niya sa kanyang idol, nag-‘isalabid’ siya sa tuwa.