Ngalay (en. Numbness)

/ŋaˈlai/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition that causes lack of sensation or feeling in a part of the body.
I felt numbness in my hands after long use of the computer.
Naramdaman ko ang ngalay sa aking mga kamay matapos ang matagal na paggamit ng computer.
A condition causing pain or fatigue in the muscles.
The numbness in my legs is due to excessive exercise yesterday.
Ang ngalay sa aking mga binti ay bunga ng sobrang ehersisyo kahapon.

Common Phrases and Expressions

My hand went numb.
Numbness was felt in my hand.
Nangalay ang kamay ko.
I have numbness in my leg.
I feel numbness in my leg.
May ngalay ako sa binti.

Related Words

numbness
A state of loss of sensation, usually caused by pressure on the nerves.
pamamanhid
pain
A condition of pain or discomfort in the muscles or joints.
pagsakit

Slang Meanings

tired or discomfort in the body
I'm so sore from sitting at the desk.
Sobrang ngalay na ako sa kakaupo sa desk.
a tease or flirty gesture
Just being playful, I'm not tired, so accept that I have a crush on you!
Pabebe lang, di naman ako ngalay, kaya tanggapin mo na na crush kita!
busy or overwhelmed
I'm sore because I have too many tasks today.
Ngalay ako kasi puro tasks tong araw na 'to.