Pagtalon (en. Jumping)

pag-ta-lon

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
the act of jumping or leaping from one place to another.
The child's jump from the stairs scared the parents.
Ang pagtalon ng bata mula sa hagdang-bato ay nagdulot ng takot sa mga magulang.
a movement where the body rises from the ground without touching the surface.
His jump showcased his talent in athletics.
Ipinakita ng kanyang pagtalon ang kanyang galing sa athletics.
can refer to 'elevation' or increase in position in something.
His jump in rank at work is impressive.
Ang pagtalon ng kanyang ranggo sa trabaho ay nakakabilib.

Etymology

from the root 'talon' which means 'to jump'

Common Phrases and Expressions

jumping of a playful child
jumping that shows joy or play.
pagtalon ng batang makulit

Related Words

to jump
a verb meaning 'to jump'.
tumalon
leap
a type of jump or acrobatic movement.
salto

Slang Meanings

Jump - a quick leap
His jump in the race was so fast!
Bilis ng lundag niya sa takbuhan!
Sudden jump - an unexpected leap or ascent
It was like a sudden jump when he did it on the stairs.
Parang sapantaha ang ginawa niya sa hagdang-bato.
Jump at - taking the opportunity quickly
You should jump at a good offer.
Dapat kang lambit kapag may magandang offer.