Pagugaog (en. Swaying)

/pa-gu-ga-og/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of shaking or swaying of an object.
The swaying of the mango tree is a sign of strong wind.
Ang pagugaog ng punong mangga ay tanda ng malakas na hangin.
The action that comes from moving from one side to the other.
The swaying of her body while dancing is captivating.
Ang pagugaog ng kanyang katawan habang sumasayaw ay kaakit-akit.

Etymology

The word 'pagugaog' comes from the root word 'ugaog' related to swinging or shaking.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to feel the sway
to experience swaying or shaking
maramdaman ang pagugaog

Related Words

swing
The movement of shaking or swaying of an object usually described in movement terms.
ugoy

Slang Meanings

Fell or toppled unexpectedly.
He got pagugaog while walking in front of his crush.
Naka-pagugaog siya habang naglalakad sa harap ng kanyang crush.
Went crazy or partied hard at an event.
The party was fun, there were so many pagugaog on the dance floor!
Ang saya sa party, ang daming pagugaog sa dance floor!