Pagalit (en. Angry)
pah-gah-lit
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
shows anger or annoyance.
He showed an angry reaction to the criticisms.
Siya ay nagpakita ng pagalit na reaksyon sa mga kritisismo.
highlighting intense feelings of hatred.
His angry voice echoed throughout the house.
Ang pagalit na boses niya ay umabot sa loob ng tahanan.
emphasizing a person's emotional state.
Sometimes anger reflects a lack of understanding.
Minsan ang pagalit ay nagpapakita ng kakulangan sa pag-intindi.
Etymology
derived from the word 'galit'
Common Phrases and Expressions
to become angry
to show anger or annoyance.
maging pagalit
gave an angry answer
provided a response that displays anger.
nagbigay ng pagalit na sagot
Related Words
anger
an emotion often stemming from dissatisfaction or hatred.
galit
got angry
representation of becoming angry.
nagalit
Slang Meanings
A way of expressing that someone is in a bad mood or angry, often leading to a feeling of wanting to lie down or rest.
Oh no, Mom looks angry again, let's not get involved.
Naku, mukhang pagalit na naman si Nanay, huwag na tayong makialam.
Intense anger, almost ready to start a fight.
Wow, she looks really angry at what was said!
Grabe, parang pagalit na pagalit siya sa sinabing iyon!
Commonly used to describe someone who seems to always be angry.
Brother is always angry at the kids when they’re noisy.
Si kuya, lagi na lang pagalit sa mga bata kapag maingay.