Tumampal (en. To hit or slap)
/tuˈmampal/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
A gesture that expresses the correction or slapping of an object or person.
He slapped his hand on the boy's head.
Tumampal siya ng kamay sa ulo ng bata.
Providing a strong blow or action that carries offness or vulnerability.
He slapped him with all his strength on the wall.
Tumampal siya nang buong lakas sa pader.
The act of beating or waving into something.
The waves hit the shore this morning.
Tumampal ang alon sa dalampasigan ngayong umaga.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to slap with the hand
the act of hitting with the hand.
tumampal ng kamay
Related Words
slap
A type of hit often used in exchanges.
sampal
hit
To strike with an object forcibly.
hampas
Slang Meanings
invented or politically motivated
It's like you just threw out that idea, it doesn't make sense!
Parang tumampal ka na lang sa idea na yan, wala namang sense!
ignored or disregarded
He just brushed off other people's opinions because he didn't want to get involved yet.
Tumampal lang siya sa opinyon ng iba, kasi ayaw niya munang makialam.