Pagkabigla (en. Shock)
/pɑɡɑˈbɪɡlɑ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An unexpected event that causes a strong reaction.
His shock at the news was evident on his face.
Ang pagkabigla niya sa balita ay kita sa kanyang mukha.
The state of amazement or confusion due to an unexpected situation.
He stood in shock after hearing about the incident.
Nakatayo siya sa pagkabigla matapos marinig ang insidente.
An emotion resulting from an event that heightens fear, anger, or worry.
The shock in her voice revealed her fear.
Ang pagkabigla sa kanyang boses ay nagpapakita ng kanyang takot.
Etymology
Combination of 'pag' and 'bigla'
Common Phrases and Expressions
shock at the news
reacting in shock to news
pagkabigla sa balita
filled with shock
filled with shock
napuno ng pagkabigla
Related Words
sudden
A word that describes something happening unexpectedly.
bigla
surprise
An emotion of shock or amazement.
gulat
Slang Meanings
shock or surprise
My shock when I saw him in front of me is beyond words.
Ang pagkabigla ko nang makita ko siya sa harap ko ay di ko maipaliwanag.
surprise
I was so surprised by everything he told me.
Sobrang gulat ko sa lahat ng sinabi niya sa akin.
suddenly
I suddenly got mad at what he said.
Bigla na lang akong nagalit sa sinabi niyang iyon.