Pagkalbit (en. Nudging)

/pag.kal.bit/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

The act of nudging refers to causing slight movement or nudging of an object.

The dog's nudging of its owner indicates its attention.

Ang pagkalbit ng aso sa kanyang tao ay nagpapahiwatig ng kanyang atensyon.

verb

An action wherein a person or animal prompts or encourages another by means of a tap or connection.

He nudged his sibling to show that he had something to say.

Siya ay nagkalbit sa kanyang kapatid upang ipakita na siya ay may nais sabihin.

from the root word 'kalbit' which means to nudge or poke.

nudge for attention

a way of nudging or getting the attention of another person.

pagkalbit sa atensyon

nudge

A slight tap or speaking to prompt attention.

kalbit

calling or grabbing someone's attention

Just call him, he might be around!

Pagkalbitin mo na lang siya, baka nandiyan na siya!

sneaking a peek or bothering someone while they're unaware

Wow, you're good at sneaking up, he didn't even know you were there!

Grabe, ang galing mo magpagkalbit, hindi niya alam na nandiyan ka!

to initiate a conversation or get to know someone

Just strike up a conversation with him, he might be interested in chatting!

Pagkalbitin mo na siya, baka interesado siyang makipagkwentuhan!