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    Paltok (en. A loud noise)

    /palˈtok/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A loud and deafening sound.
    The thunder's roar was heard all the way to town.
    Ang paltok ng kulog ay narinig hangang sa bayan.
    Sound coming from a sudden movement or action.
    We heard a bang when the metal fell to the floor.
    Nakarinig kami ng paltok nang bumagsak ang bakal sa sahig.
    A type of sound heard in games or movements.
    The pounding sound of heavy footsteps on the floor caused fear.
    Ang paltok ng malalakas na hakbang sa sahig ay nagdulot ng takot.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    bang of the box
    The sound made when something hits or falls on the box.
    paltok ng kahon

    Related Words

    bang
    A loud sound, usually from something colliding.
    kalabog

    Slang Meanings

    Mouth bubble that speaks nonsense or is crazy
    Wow, Juan's really going off with that nonsense, he was just talking hot air!
    Grabe, ang paltok ni Juan kanina, puro hangin lang ang sinasabi!
    Too loud sound or noise
    Why is the drum beat so loud at the gig tonight?
    Bakit ang lakas ng paltok ng drums sa gig ngayong gabi?
    A person or thing that is unbelievable in what they say or do
    Of course, they would never say no to your offer, you're really out of your mind!
    Siyempre, never tatanggi sa alok mo, paltok ka talaga!