Pagdamba (en. Stumbling)

/paɡˈdamba/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of slipping or falling at a moment.
In her stumble, she fell from the stairs.
Sa kanyang pagdamba, siya ay nahulog mula sa hagdang-bato.
Experiencing an obstacle or falling in a task.
He stumbled in his training and did not qualify for the competition.
Nagdamba siya sa kanyang pagsasanay at hindi siya nakasali sa kompetisyon.

Etymology

The term 'pagdamba' originates from the root word 'damba,' which means to be amazed or to fall.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Don't stumble
Avoid slipping or encountering obstacles.
Huwag magpagdamba

Related Words

damba
The root of the word 'pagdamba' which refers to the act of falling or slipping.
damba

Slang Meanings

A slap or hit on the face
Because of the words he said, he got a strong slap on his face!
Dahil sa mga salitang binitiwan niya, nagpagdamba siya ng malakas sa mukha niya!
Falling or tripping
He fell down while playing basketball.
Nagpagdamba siya habang naglalaro ng basketball.
Bumping and falling down
My motorcycle bumped into the wall and fell over.
Yung motor ko eh nagpagdamba sa pader at natumba.