Pagsusuka (en. Vomiting)

/pag-su-su-ka/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of removal of the stomach by mouth.
Vomiting is often a symptom of irritation.
Ang pagsusuka ay madalas na sintomas ng pagka-bugnot.
Activity of vomiting or removal of stomach content.
She felt vomiting after eating expired food.
Naramdaman niya ang pagsusuka matapos kumain ng expired na pagkain.
A type of suffering of indigestion.
Vomiting is an unpleasant experience.
Ang pagsusuka ay isang hindi kanais-nais na karanasan.

Etymology

The word originates from the root 'suka' which means 'to expel the contents of the stomach through the throat'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

vomiting bile
Vomiting that includes fluid from the liver.
pagsusuka ng bile
vomiting due to discomfort
Vomiting that occurs due to excessive fullness or discomfort.
pagsusuka sa ginhawa

Related Words

nausea
A feeling of unpleasant sensation that creates the urge to vomit.
nausea
examination
A process of observing or analyzing a person's condition, often for medical purposes.
pagsusuri

Slang Meanings

Throwing up of oneself (Feeling overwhelmed or stressed)
There are so many requirements at school, I feel like I'm throwing up from the pressure!
Ang dami ng requirements sa school, parang sinusuka na ako sa pressure!
Vomit (Used casually to describe something gross)
Wow, the party was fun, but the food was like vomit!
Grabe, ang saya ng party, pero yung pagkain, parang suka!
To be very annoyed or frustrated
I have so much work, I'm really frustrated!
Ang dami kong work, sukasuka na ako!