Lumagitik (en. To rattle)

/luˈmaɡitik/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of an object that rattles or vibrates.
The pots rattled because of the wind.
Ang mga palayok ay lumagitik sanhi ng hangin.
The sound produced by an object hitting or coming into contact with another.
The coins rattled in his pocket as he walked.
Ang mga barya ay lumagitik sa kanyang bulsa habang siya ay naglalakad.
The act of rapid movement that causes noise.
The boxes rattled as they were being loaded onto the truck.
Ang mga kahon ay lumagitik habang dinadala ang mga ito sa trak.

Etymology

The word 'lumagitik' originates from the root 'lagitik' which means 'to move' or 'to stir' of an object.

Common Phrases and Expressions

of rattling goods
refers to goods that create sound when moved.
ng mga kalakal na lumagitik

Related Words

lagitik
The root or base word of 'lumagitik'.
lagitik
kalabog
A sound made by loud movements or collisions.
kalabog

Slang Meanings

a very fast spin or ascent on something
He spun so fast in the match, that's why he won.
Sobrang lumagitik siya sa laban, kaya nanalo siya.
a smooth flow of conversation or communication
I hope our conversation goes smoothly later!
Sana mag-lumagitik ang usapan natin mamaya!
due to lack of time, a hasty decision
When time started to slip away, I decided to leave.
Nang lumagitik na ang takbo ng oras, nagdesisyon na akong umalis.