Pagsuray (en. Pulsation)

/pɑg.suˈraɪ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process or state of shaking or vibrating.
The pulsation of the leaves in the wind seems to depict the rhythm of nature.
Ang pagsuray ng mga dahon sa hangin ay tila naglalarawan ng ritmo ng kalikasan.
The movement or shaking of something in a rapid manner.
I saw the pulsation of the light in the darkness as if it had a life of its own.
Nakita ko ang pagsuray ng ilaw sa dilim na parang ito'y may sariling buhay.
A type of sound wave originating from pressure or conflict.
The pulsation of the sound from afar provided information about the danger.
Ang pagsuray ng tunog mula sa malayo ay nagbigay ng impormasyon tungkol sa panganib.

Etymology

The word 'suray' originates from the root 'sura' which means 'dry' or 'lacking water'. The prefix 'pag-' indicates the process or act of doing something.

Common Phrases and Expressions

pulsation of the heart
The worry or fear felt by a person in a certain situation.
pagsuray ng puso
pulsation in the waves
The shaking of a boat or vehicle on the surface of the water caused by the waves.
pagsuray sa mga alon

Related Words

trembling
A natural movement that may be caused by fear, cold, or other emotions.
panginginig
dancing
A form of art or entertainment that usually involves rhythm or pulsation.
pagsasayaw

Slang Meanings

Stumbling or swaying (going back and forth in action or awareness)
I always sway when I'm drunk.
Lagi na lang akong sumusuray pag nalalasing.
Swaying of the heart (expression of love that's deeply hurt)
Because of him, my heart feels like it's swaying.
Dahil sa kanya, parang suray na ang puso ko.