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    Kulbit (en. Twitch)

    /kul-bít/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A sudden, uncontrolled movement of a part of the body.
    His twitch surprised the people around.
    Ang kanyang kulbit ay nagdulot ng pagkabigla sa mga tao sa paligid.
    verb
    The act of experiencing a twitch.
    His leg twitched, so he had a spasm.
    Kumabit ang kanyang binti kaya't nagkulbit siya.

    Etymology

    Salitang mula sa kawalang-ugnayan sa mga binti o paa.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    eye twitch
    A sudden movement of the eye initiated by a raise of the eyebrow or lowering of a normal gaze.
    kulbit ng mata

    Related Words

    spasm
    A muscle action accompanied by an unexpected movement.
    kulo

    Slang Meanings

    Punch or hitting
    He threw a punch at one of his opponents outside.
    Nagkulbit siya ng isa sa mga kalaban niya sa labas.
    Quick movement or reaction
    His quick reaction to the ball that passed was really impressive!
    Ang kulbit niya sa bolang dumaan ay talagang wow!
    To hop on or jump
    You need to hop on the bike if you want to keep up with me.
    Kailangan mong kulbitin ang bisikleta kung gusto mong makasabay sa akin.