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    Pagugoy (en. Rocking)

    /paˈɡuɡoj/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    An action of swaying or rocking.
    The rocking of the cradle calms the baby.
    Ang pagugoy ng duyan ay nakakapagpahinga sa sanggol.
    A quick movement from one side to another.
    The swaying of the trees is a sign of an approaching storm.
    Ang pagugoy ng mga puno ay palatandaan ng paparating na bagyo.
    The sound produced by the flow or rush of air.
    I heard the rustling of leaves in the wind.
    Narinig ko ang pagugoy ng mga dahon sa hangin.

    Etymology

    The word 'pagugoy' derives from 'ugoy', meaning 'to sway' or 'to rock'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Rocking of the cradle
    An action that describes the swaying of the cradle.
    Pagugoy ng duyan
    Swaying of the trees
    Movement of the trees due to the wind.
    Pagugoy ng mga puno

    Related Words

    rock
    A verb referring to swaying or moving from one side to another.
    ugoy
    movement
    A noun referring to the action of moving.
    galaw

    Slang Meanings

    fun or enjoyment
    Let's have some fun at Ana's house later!
    Mag-pagugoy tayo mamaya sa bahay ni Ana!
    loud laughter
    We had such loud laughter when I met up with my friends!
    Sobrang saya ng pagugoy nung nagkita kami ng barkada!
    hip hop or party vibe
    The vibe of the people at the party last night was amazing!
    Ang ganda ng pagugoy ng mga tao sa party kagabi!