Pagkati (en. Itching)

pag-ka-ti

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A sensation of itching on the skin that causes movement or scratching.
I experience itching on my arm after soaking in the sea.
Nakakaranas ako ng pagkati sa aking braso matapos kong magbabad sa dagat.
The condition caused by allergies or irritants on the skin.
Many people go back to the doctor because of severe itching caused by food.
Maraming tao ang bumabalik sa doktor dahil sa malalang pagkati dulot ng pagkain.

Etymology

from the root word 'kati' meaning to experience pain or sense discomfort.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have an itch
to have an itch
may pagkati

Related Words

kati
The root word meaning itching.
kati

Slang Meanings

Extreme happiness or joy
Wow, my happiness when I saw my crush!
Grabe, pagkati ko nang makita si crush!
Hype or excitement
The excitement of everyone at the concert was great!
Ang pagkati ng lahat sa concert, ang saya!
Sacrifice for loved ones
For my children, there's no sacrifice I wouldn't make.
Para sa mga anak ko, walang pagkati na hindi ko kayang gawin.