Paggalaw (en. Movement)

/paɡ.ɡa.law/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of the movement or rotation of one or more parts.
The movement of the stars is a fascinating sight.
Ang paggalaw ng mga bituin ay isang kamangha-manghang tanawin.
An action that results in a change in location or position.
The movement of the vehicle caused traffic on the main road.
Ang paggalaw ng sasakyan ay nagdulot ng trapiko sa pangunahing kalsada.
Change in the state or condition of something.
The movement of the weather is unavoidable during the rainy months.
Ang paggalaw ng panahon ay hindi maiiwasan sa mga buwan ng tag-ulan.

Etymology

root word: galaw

Common Phrases and Expressions

scientific movement
Movement studied in the context of science.
siyentipikong paggalaw
movement of the community
Activity or movement within a community or town.
paggalaw ng bayan

Related Words

motion
Root word of paggalaw referring to action or the process of moving.
galaw
action
Refers to any form of movement or activity.
kilos

Slang Meanings

In movement or advancement.
Wow, the way her body moves while dancing is amazing.
Grabe yung paggalaw ng katawan niya habang sumasayaw.
Taking care of or reaching out to someone in need.
We need to show some movement or support to our friends who are having issues.
Kailangan tayo ng paggalaw sa mga kaibigan natin na may problema.
Initiating an action or project.
We should show some movement in our plans.
Dapat magpamalas tayo ng paggalaw sa ating mga plano.