Pagtagilid (en. Slanting)
/paɡtaˈɡilid/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
The state or condition of being inclined.
The slanting of the land causes problems in farming.
Ang pagtagilid ng lupa ay nagdudulot ng mga problema sa pagsasaka.
The action of crossing at a higher or lower level.
The slanting of the vehicle caused an accident.
Ang pagtagilid ng sasakyan ay nagdulot ng aksidente.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'tagilid' meaning inclined or slanted.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sturdy slant
A right horizontal position that is stable.
matibay na pagtagilid
Related Words
inclined
Means having an angle or slope on one side.
tagilid
Slang Meanings
Struggling or in a tough situation
Wow, with so many debts, I feel like I'm just the only one in this struggle.
Grabe, sa sobrang daming utang, parang ako na lang isa sa pagtagilid na to.
Confused or directionless
I'm really struggling with this project, I don't know what to do anymore.
Pagtagilid na talaga ako sa project na ito, hindi ko na alam kung anong gagawin.
Going sideways or losing control
When he got terminated from his job, his life was like going sideways.
Nung na-terminate siya sa trabaho, parang pagtagilid na ang buhay niya.