Matagihawat (en. Prolapse)
ma-ta-gi-hawat
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition where a part of the body falls or comes out of its normal position.
His prolonged sitting caused a prolapse in his stomach.
Ang kanyang matagal na pag-upo ay nagdulot ng matagihawat sa kanyang tiyan.
An occurrence that causes pain in a part of the body.
The prolapse in his back worsens whenever he coughs.
Ang matagihawat sa kanyang likod ay lumalala tuwing umuubo siya.
Etymology
root word: tagihawat, meaning a painful twinge felt.
Common Phrases and Expressions
prolapse in the stomach
Having pain or fall in the stomach.
matagihawat sa tiyan
Related Words
pain
Feeling of pain or discomfort in the body.
pananakit
Slang Meanings
Like there's something painful, or a statement that feels ticklish.
When he found out he wasn't chosen, it was like he was hit by a wave of disappointment.
Nang malaman niyang hindi siya napili, parang matagihawat siya ng matagal na.
Caught a break or a lucky opportunity.
You're so lucky, it's like you just hit the jackpot with everything that's happening to you!
Swerte mo naman, parang matagihawat ka lang sa mga nangyari sa'yo!