Tigpaw (en. Swiftness)

tig-paw

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A quality of being quick or refers to rapid movement.
The swiftness of his slow run amazed everyone.
Ang tigpaw ng kanyang dahan-dahang pagtakbo ay humanga sa lahat.
Refers to a situation where something occurs rapidly.
The speed of information on the internet today is unmatched.
Ang tigpaw ng impormasyon sa internet ngayon ay hindi mapapantayan.

Etymology

Describes a characteristic or condition derived from the root word 'tig' meaning 'quick' and 'paw' which may refer to a quality or state.

Common Phrases and Expressions

swift action
an action that is quick and hurried
may tigpaw na kilos

Related Words

speed
Refers to the rate of fast movement or progress.
bilis
agility
Ability to move quickly or leap without difficulty.
agility

Slang Meanings

So ugly or has a bad appearance.
That outfit looks so tigpaw, it obviously looks old.
Ang tigpaw ng damit na 'yan, halatang luma na.
Worthless or not important.
Why are you even paying attention to those tigpaw people?
Bakit mo pa papansin ang tigpaw na mga tao?