Paghalbot (en. Touch)

pag-hal-bot

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of touch or caress on the skin.
The touch of his hand brought warmth of feelings.
Ang paghalbot sa kanyang kamay ay nagdulot ng init ng damdamin.
A careful movement of the hand on an object.
I used the touch to gently pick the flower.
Ginamit ko ang paghalbot upang maingat na kunin ang bulaklak.
A touch accompanied by love or affection.
His touch on his child's neck was full of love.
Ang paghalbot niya sa batok ng kanyang anak ay puno ng pagmamahal.

Etymology

From the root word 'halbot', meaning 'to touch or stroke'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

touch of warmth
A touch that provides comfort or pleasure.
paghalbot ng init

Related Words

touch
Touch or caress.
halbot
light touch
A shallow movement of touch.
dampit

Slang Meanings

Come on, just do it!
Just go ahead and do that, bro, enjoy it!
Paghalbot mo na 'yan, bro, mag-enjoy ka na!
Just do it, no need to overthink.
Just do it, there's no need to think about it anymore.
Paghalbot lang, hindi na dapat pag-isipan pa.
Go for it, don't hesitate.
Go ahead to the party later!
Paghalbot ka na sa party mamaya!