Tilarok (en. To lower)
/tiˈlaɾok/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of reducing or lowering something.
The soldiers lowered their weapons when the rescuers arrived.
Ang mga sundalo ay nag-tilarok ng kanilang mga armas nang dumating ang mga tagapagligtas.
To stop something being done or a process.
Due to bad weather, they were forced to halt the operation.
Dahil sa masamang panahon, napilitan silang mag-tilarok ng operasyon.
The act of moving from a high position to a lower position.
The principal lowered their conversation with the parents.
Ang punong guro ay nag-tilarok sa kanilang pag-uusap sa mga magulang.
Etymology
Created from the word 'tilar' which means 'to yield' or 'to stop'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Finding the right path or method.
Tilalabasan ng daan
Related Words
lower
Indicates the action of lowering something.
ibaba
Slang Meanings
good life
You know, I'm so happy with my life right now, it's like I'm on cloud nine!
Alam mo, sobrang saya ng buhay ko ngayon, para akong tinarok!
having a lot of fun
Because of the fun at the party, everyone had a blast and enjoyed!
Dahil sa saya ng party, lahat ay tinarok at nag-enjoy!
joy in life
Sometimes, even in simple things, I often find joy in my friends.
Minsan, kahit sa mga simpleng bagay, madalas akong tinarok sa mga kaibigan ko.