Lagnat (en. Fever)

/ˈlagnat/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition or symptom that results in an increase in body temperature.
Maria has a fever so she rested at home.
Si Maria ay may lagnat kaya siya ay nagpahinga sa bahay.
A sign that may indicate an infection or another health condition.
Sometimes, fever is a sign of an infection.
Minsan, ang lagnat ay tanda ng isang impeksyon.
A common symptom accompanied by weakness and body aches.
He felt he had a fever because of his body pain.
Naramdaman niyang may lagnat siya dahil sa sakit ng kanyang katawan.

Etymology

from the Spanish word 'fiebre'

Common Phrases and Expressions

has fever
has elevated body temperature
may lagnat
to have fever
to cause an increase in body temperature
magkaroon ng lagnat

Related Words

disease
A broad term for any ailment or condition that causes discomfort.
sakit
infection
A condition caused by microbes, viruses, or other pathogens that negatively affect health.
impeksiyon

Slang Meanings

Fever
My fever is really something, I thought it wouldn't go away.
Iba talaga ang feva ko, akala ko hindi na mawawala.
Feeling feverish
Oh no, I feel like I'm coming down with a fever; I'm so lazy!
Naku, parang lagnatin ako; tamad na tamad na ako!
Dealing with a fever
I'm dealing with a fever so I can't go out anymore.
Sinasalubong ang lagnat ko kaya di na ako makalabas.