Magilas (en. Swift)

ma-gi-las

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of moving with emphasis and speed.
The athletes practiced to be swift in their movements.
Ang mga atleta ay nagpraktis upang maging magilas sa kanilang mga galaw.
adjective
Means quick and careful movement.
The swift flick of her hand finished the task quickly.
Ang magilas na kutitap ng kanyang kamay ay nagtapos ng trabaho nang mabilis.
Expresses skill in choosing a quick manner of behavior.
You need to be swift in your business decisions.
Kailangan mong maging magilas sa iyong mga desisyon sa negosyo.

Etymology

Refers to a manner of movement that is quick and forceful.

Common Phrases and Expressions

swift movement
quick and precise movement.
magilas na paggalaw

Related Words

fast
Means having speed or easily completed.
mabilis
movement
The action or progression of something.
galaw

Slang Meanings

Super skilled or fast at something.
Wow, he's so slick at basketball, always the MVP!
Grabe, ang gilas niya sa basketball, laging MVP!
Common style or movement with an attractive posture.
The slick dances at the party, they all make me envious!
Ang gilas ng mga salsas sa party, lahat sila nakaka-inggit!
Has his own strategy or style.
John is really slick at writing; his approach is unique.
May gilas talaga si John sa pagsusulat, unique ang kanyang approach.