Paltak (en. Tap)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A sudden fall or slap that produces a sound.

I heard a tap when the book fell from the table.

Nakadinig ako ng paltak nang bumagsak ang libro mula sa lamesa.

A sound from a swift action.

The tap of feet on the floor caught her attention.

Ang paltak ng mga paa sa sahig ay nagpaantig sa kanyang atensyon.

tap of the hand

A quick action that shows strength or anger.

paltak ng kamay

slap

The act of inserting or striking something forcefully.

pagsalpak

quick movement or action

Wow, his moves in basketball are like lightning!

Grabe, ang paltak niya sa basketball, parang kidlat!

to interact in an impolite or disrespectful way

Don't be rude to him, I hope you guys can get along!

Huwag kang paltak sa kanya, sana maging maayos kayo!

to show up suddenly or unexpectedly

He just popped up at the party without any notice.

Paltak lang siya sa party, hindi man lang nag-inform.