Kombulsyon (en. Convulsion)

/kɔm.bul'sjɔn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A sudden shake or twitch of the body often caused by illness.
He experienced convulsions while he was asleep.
Naranasan niya ang mga kombulsyon habang siya ay natutulog.
A condition that causes a loss of normal control over the muscles.
His convulsion may be caused by a high fever.
Ang kanyang kombulsyon ay maaaring dulot ng mataas na lagnat.
When the muscles involuntarily twitch or cramp uncontrollably.
Convulsions must be treated immediately by a doctor.
Ang kombulsyon ay dapat agarang gamutin ng doktor.

Etymology

originating from the Latin word 'convulsio,' meaning convulsion or movement.

Common Phrases and Expressions

has convulsions
Experiencing shaking or twitching of the body that causes concern.
may kombulsyon

Related Words

epilepsy
A condition that causes convulsions due to abnormal brain activity.
epilepsy
asthma
A condition that causes breathing problems, which can lead to convulsions if not managed.
asthma

Slang Meanings

Extreme happiness or excitement
When I saw her, my excitement just kept building up!
Nang makita ko siya, nagtuloy-tuloy na ang kombulsyon ko sa saya!
Laughter or joy of the group
After the game, we had a riot of laughter in the room!
Pagkatapos ng game, nagkaroon kami ng kombulsyon sa loob ng kwarto!