Tistis (en. Toothache)

/ˈtistis/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of pain in the teeth or jaw that typically causes discomfort.
He experienced intense toothache and needed to see a dentist.
Nakaranas siya ng matinding tistis at kinailangan niyang magpatingin sa dentista.
Pain caused by tooth decay or damage to part of the jaw.
His toothache was caused by improper dental care.
Ang kanyang tistis ay sanhi ng hindi wastong pag-aalaga sa ngipin.
Can refer to pain or sensitivity in the teeth.
He often experiences toothache when eating cold food.
Madalas niyang nararanasan ang tistis kapag kumakain ng malamig na pagkain.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I have a toothache
Indicates that one has a discomfort in the teeth.
May tistis ako

Related Words

dentist
A professional who studies and treats diseases of the teeth.
dentista
tooth
The hard white part of the mouth used for chewing food.
ngipin

Slang Meanings

to endure or wait for a long time
Just be patient, he will come eventually.
Tistis ka na lang, darating din siya.
to refrain or avoid enjoyment
Just hold off on the fun, it's better to study.
Tistis na lang sa saya, mas mabuti pang mag-aral.