Tumigagal (en. Tremble)

tu-mi-ga-gal

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To move or change position in a certain part.
When the ground trembled, everyone ran.
Nang tumigagal ang lupa, lahat ay nagtakbuhan.
To cause trembling or distress.
The teacher's voice trembled and instilled fear in the students.
Ang boses ng guro ay tumigagal at nagdulot ng takot sa mga estudyante.
To feel a sensation or weakness.
He trembled in fear when he saw the snake.
Tumigagal siya sa takot nang makita ang ahas.

Etymology

Derived from the root 'gagal' meaning to move or shift.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the heart trembles
The heart becomes nervous or agitated.
tumigagal ang puso

Related Words

gagal
The root meaning to move or shift.
gagal
trembling
The process of shaking or trembling of something.
panginginig

Slang Meanings

Helping each other or cooperating quickly.
The kids are quickly collaborating on their project!
Ang mga bata tumigagal sa gawain nila sa proyekto!
Running or moving quickly.
Wow, that vehicle is moving fast!
Grabe, ang bilis tumigagal ng sasakyan na yun!
In a hurry or rushing.
You seem to be running late, huh? You're in such a hurry!
Parang tumigagal ka sa pagdating, ano? Napaka-hurry mo!