Traksiyon (en. Traction)
trak-syon
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The process or result of having grip or holding of one thing to another.
A vehicle needs to have the right traction to avoid sliding on the road.
Kailangan ng sasakyan na magkaroon ng tamang traksiyon para hindi madslide sa kalsada.
The force that pulls or pushes an object to move.
The traction of the tires is important for climbing steep mountains.
Ang traksiyon ng gulong ay mahalaga sa pag-akyat ng matatarik na bundok.
In the field of medicine, it refers to the alignment of bones or joints in the correct position with the help of traction devices.
Traction was used to realign the patient’s fractured ankle.
Ginamit ang traksiyon upang ayusin ang naka-ankle na buto ng pasyente.
Etymology
from the English word 'traction'
Common Phrases and Expressions
has good traction
has sufficient grip for safety or effective movement
may magandang traksiyon
will lose traction
it will become difficult to have grip
mawawala ang traksiyon
Related Words
lifting
A process of raising something that requires traction to remain stable.
pagbuhat
Slang Meanings
exciting experience
The traction of the rides at the amusement park is so much fun!
Ang traksiyon ng mga rides sa amusement park ay sobrang saya!
sway or push
His performance on stage was so captivating, it was inspiring!
Yung performance niya sa stage, sobrang traksiyon, nakaka-inspire!
informal appeal or attention grabber
You can see the traction of his new song on social media.
Nakikita ang traksiyon ng bagong kanta niya sa social media.