Salta (en. Jump)
/ˈsal.ta/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An action referring to jumping from one place to another.
He jumped off the high cliff.
Tumalun siya sa mataas na bangin.
Performing a swift movement that goes beyond the boundary of something.
He started to jump on stage.
Nagsimula siyang mag-salta sa entablado.
Etymology
Derived from the Spanish word 'saltar'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
jump to the light
To transition to a brighter state or condition.
salta sa liwanag
Related Words
jumped
A form of salta that involves jumping with more force.
lumundag
Slang Meanings
to splash or dive into water
Let's jump into the pool, it's fun here!
Salta tayo sa pool, ang saya dito!
to leave suddenly or escape
Are they back? We left because we escaped!
Bumalik na sila? Salta na kasi kami!
to go to another place suddenly
Oh no, let's jump to another restaurant later!
Naku, salta tayo sa ibang restaurant mamaya!