Singkad (en. Spurt)
siŋ-kad
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A sudden or rapid surge or increase of something.
The spurt of water from the well attracts people.
Ang singkad ng tubig mula sa poso ay nakakaakit sa mga tao.
A sudden or strong burst or force.
He felt a spurt of energy from his friends.
Nakaramdam siya ng singkad ng lakas mula sa kanyang mga kaibigan.
verb
The action of being active or vigorous in something.
He spurted in his work responsibilities.
Nagsingkad siya sa kanyang mga responsibilidad sa trabaho.
Etymology
The word originates from Tagalog.
Common Phrases and Expressions
spurt of joy
A sudden surge of happiness or joy.
singkad ng kagalakan
Related Words
explosion
A strong release of energy or matter from a source.
pagsabog
Slang Meanings
Super happiness or excitement.
I'm so happy, I feel like I'm bursting with joy!
Ang saya saya ko, parang singkad ako sa sobrang ligaya!
Super high adrenaline.
When we rode the roller coaster, I was bursting with fear and joy!
Nung nag-roller coaster kami, singkad ako sa takot at saya!