Sakitngulo (en. Neck pain)

/səˈkitˌɡiŋlo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition where a person experiences pain in the neck area extending from the back of the head to the shoulders.
Liza is experiencing neck pain due to improper sleeping.
Si Liza ay nagdaranas ng sakitngulo dahil sa maling pagtulog.
Pain that causes discomfort in body movement, particularly in the neck.
He needs to consult a doctor about his neck pain before exercising.
Kailangan niyang kumonsulta sa doktor tungkol sa kanyang sakitngulo bago mag-exercise.

Etymology

from the words 'sakit' (pain) and 'ngulo' (angle)

Common Phrases and Expressions

severe neck pain
pain that severely affects daily activities
malubhang sakitngulo
stress-induced neck pain
neck pain that originates from extreme stress
sakit na dulot ng stress

Related Words

health care
Health care is important to prevent conditions like neck pain.
pangangalaga sa kalusugan

Slang Meanings

Rolling in pain.
Wow, I'm like rolling in pain with this terrible headache!
Aba, parang sakitngulo ako sa sobrang hapdi ng ulo ko!
Always complaining about pain or sickness.
Sorry, but they're always complaining, talking about their ailments again.
Sori, pero sakitngulo na naman siya, ang dami na namang sinasabi tungkol sa karamdaman niya.
Identifying the painful part of the body.
You know, it’s a pain in the neck, so you should see a doctor.
Alam mo na, sakitngulo eh, kaya dapat kang magpatingin sa doktor.