Pagpitlag (en. Pulse)
pag-pit-lag
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The pulse is a rapid movement or twitching of one or more parts of the body.
He felt the pulse of his heart as he was nervous.
Naramdaman niya ang pagpitlag ng kanyang puso habang siya'y kinakabahan.
Can refer to the natural movement or twitch of muscles.
In moments of intense emotion, muscle twitching often occurs.
Sa mga pagkakataon ng matinding emosyon, madalas ang pagpitlag ng mga kalamnan.
adjective
Describes a condition of twitching or jerking that is uncontrolled.
The twitching in his legs caused a distraction in his walking.
Ang pagpitlag sa kanyang mga binti ay nagdulot ng abala sa kanyang paglakad.
Etymology
Pang-uri na tumutukoy sa tuge ni paglinang o pag-unlad.
Common Phrases and Expressions
heart twitch
A physical reaction to fear or shock.
pagpitlag ng puso
Related Words
twitch
A common term referring to movement or twitching.
pag-uga
Slang Meanings
a simple flutter or sudden beating of the heart due to fear or anxiety
Wow, I had a flutter in my heart when I tried bungee jumping!
Grabe, pagpitlag ko nung nag-apil ako sa bungee jump!
a very surprising experience that causes intense emotion
That interview really gave me a surprise flutter with all the questions!
Nakakaloka yung pagpitlag sa mga tanong ng interview!
a quick or unexpected movement
The sudden flap of the door at the back triggered fear in everyone.
Ang pagpitlag ng pintuan sa likod ay nagpasimula ng takot sa lahat.