Muskulo (en. Muscle)

/musˈkulo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of tissue in the body that provides the ability to move.
The muscles in the arm are used to lift objects.
Ang muskulo sa braso ay ginagamit sa pag-angat ng mga bagay.
Collectively refers to the muscles as the movement system of a person.
The muscles and bones work together for movement.
Ang mga muskulo at buto ay nagtutulungan sa paggalaw.
The strength or power generated by muscle.
Sufficient muscle is needed to exercise properly.
Kailangan ng sapat na muskulo upang makapag-ehersisyo ng maayos.

Etymology

from the Latin 'musculus'

Common Phrases and Expressions

muscle of the body
Refers to the entirety of the muscles in the body.
muskulo ng katawan

Related Words

strength
Refers to the power derived from muscle.
kalakasan
exercise
Activities aimed at strengthening the muscles.
ehersisyo

Slang Meanings

Flex
You're amazing, your muscles are really flexed!
Ang galing mo, ang taas ng tindig ng muskulo mo!
Tight
Wow, your muscles are really tight! Awesome!
Grabe, ang pahigpit ng muskulo mo! Panalo!
Hulk-like
What’s that, you look like a Hulk with those muscles!
Ano ba yan, para kang mandurugo sa laki ng muskulo mo!
Life-risking
What training do you do? Your muscles are life-risking!
Anong training mo? Buwis-buhay ang muskulo mo!