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    Pagtampol (en. Tap)

    /pɐɡˈtɐmpol/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A term for the action of hitting an object against a surface.
    The tap of the ball on the floor caused a loud sound.
    Ang pagtampol ng bola sa sahig ay nagdulot ng malakas na tunog.
    A type of expression where an object drops or hits something else.
    The tapping of birds on the ground while feeding is common.
    Ang pagtampol ng mga ibon sa lupa habang nangangain ay karaniwan.

    Etymology

    Originates from the word 'tampol' which means to strike or land with force.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    tap of the wind
    The touch of the wind on your skin.
    pagtampol ng hangin

    Related Words

    tap
    The action of landing or striking.
    tampol

    Slang Meanings

    Fight or encounter
    In their encounter, both sides sustained many injuries.
    Sa kanilang pagtampol, maraming sugat ang natamo ng magkabilang panig.
    Deliberate escalation or heatedness in a conversation
    Their discussion escalated when it reached the issue of money.
    Naging pagtampol ang kanilang usapan nang umabot sa isyu ng pera.