Mapatingala (en. Shark dizzy)

/ma.pa.tiŋ.'ɡa.la/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A state of confusion or understanding that feels like being disoriented.

In her studies, she seemed shark dizzy, unable to focus.

Sa kanyang pag-aaral, siya ay tila mapatingala na hindi makafocus.

An intensity of dizziness that may be caused by excessive thinking or stress.

After a long day at work, he was shark dizzy and could barely stand.

Matapos ang mahabang araw ng trabaho, siya ay mapatingala na hindi makatindig.

from the root 'pating' meaning 'shark' and 'tulala' referring to a state of confusion or weakness.

shark dizzy at work

in a state of confusion or inability to think clearly at work.

mapatingala sa trabaho

shark

A type of large fish known for its prowess in the ocean.

pating

dazed

A state of unconsciousness or confusion.

tulala

Because of extreme happiness or joy, the body feels like it’s lifting.

When she saw her favorite artist, she felt like she was lifting up with joy!

Nang makita niya ang kanyang paboritong artista, parang mapatingala siya sa sobrang saya!

Astonished or mesmerized by a beautiful or stunning sight.

He was in awe of the beauty of the sunset at the beach.

Mapatingala siya sa ganda ng sunset sa beach.

Lost in thought due to contemplation or pondering.

While walking, he suddenly looked up at the sky, seemingly lost in thought over the stars.

Habang naglalakad siya, bigla siyang napatingala sa langit, mukhang mapatingala siya sa mga bituin.