Sambitla (en. To constrict)

sam-bít-la

Synonyms

A small surprise or shock.

She was startled when she found out her cellphone was missing.

Sambitla siya nang malaman niyang nawawala ang kanyang cellphone.

A sudden reaction to an event.

I was surprised by the reaction of the people when the famous artist arrived.

Nagtaka ako sa sambitla ng mga tao nang dumating ang sikat na artista.

A struggle or trial that is really shocking.

Marco’s shock upon learning about his sickness was truly surprising.

Ang sambitla ng pagkakaalam kay Marco sa kanyang sickness ay labis na nakabigla.