Pangugat (en. Inflammation)

/paŋˈuɡat/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition that causes redness, swelling, and pain in a part of the body.
He felt inflammation in his knee after exercising.
Naramdaman niya ang pangugat sa kanyang tuhod matapos mag-ehersisyo.
The process of swelling and the body's response to injury or infection.
Due to inflammation, he decided to see a doctor.
Dahil sa pangugat, nagdesisyon siyang magpatingin sa doktor.
A condition causing pain and discomfort.
The inflammation in his back caused him to be disturbed at work.
Ang pangugat sa kanyang likod ay naging sanhi ng kanyang pagkaabala sa trabaho.

Etymology

Originating from the word 'gugat' meaning to wound or injure.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the inflammation is improving
Means that the condition of the inflammation is getting better or improving.
ayos ang pangugat

Related Words

wound
An injury or damage to the skin or tissue.
sugat
infection
The entry and multiplication of microbes in the body causing illness.
impeksiyon

Slang Meanings

It's just chill
That's just chill, relax.
Pangugat lang yan, relax ka lang.
No big deal
It's fine, it's no big deal.
Ayos lang, pangugat lang, walang kaso.
No fake
That's true, it's just no fake.
Totoo yan, pangugat lang, walang peke.