Tumaluntalon (en. To jump off)
/tumaluˈntalon/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of jumping off or leaping from one place to another.
He jumped off the cliff.
Siya ay tumaluntalon mula sa talampas.
A mode of movement that emphasizes the action of jumping.
The children jumped with joy while playing.
Ang mga bata ay tumaluntalon sa saya habang naglalaro.
To leap from a sworn object or obligation.
Sometimes, one must jump over obstacles to progress.
Minsan, kinakailangan taluntalon ang mga hadlang upang umusad.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'talon' meaning 'to jump' combined with the prefix 'um' indicating an action.
Common Phrases and Expressions
jumping at the chance
Seizing an opportunity boldly.
tumaluntalon sa pagkakataon
jumping away from fear
Leaving fear behind and facing challenges.
tumaluntalon mula sa takot
Related Words
jump
An action of jumping that can be done in many ways.
talon
to hop
A similar action with the same meaning but used in different contexts.
lumundag
Slang Meanings
to speak the truth or act sincerely
You should start tumaluntalon with your friends so you won't be left out.
Dapat ka nang tumaluntalon sa mga kaibigan mo para hindi ka ma-left out.
to get into the spirit of laughter or situation
When I'm with you, I really tumaluntalon all out!
Kapag kasama kita, talagang tumaluntalon ako ng todo!