Swimming in Tagalog

Swimming in Tagalog is “Paglangoy” or “Langoy” – the Filipino term for the act of moving through water using one’s body. Whether you’re planning a beach trip to the Philippines or simply expanding your Tagalog vocabulary, understanding these terms will help you communicate better about water activities and sports.

[Words] = Swimming

[Definition]:

• Swimming /ˈswɪmɪŋ/
• Noun: The sport or activity of propelling oneself through water using the limbs.
• Verb (present participle): Moving through water by moving the body or parts of the body.

[Synonyms] = Paglangoy, Langoy, Paglanguyan, Pagsisid (diving/swimming underwater), Paglanghap

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: Swimming is one of the best exercises for cardiovascular health and overall fitness.
• Ex1_PH: Ang paglangoy ay isa sa pinakamahusay na ehersisyo para sa kalusugan ng puso at pangkalahatang kalusugan.
• Ex2_EN: The children love swimming in the ocean during summer vacation.
• Ex2_PH: Ang mga bata ay mahilig sa paglangoy sa dagat tuwing bakasyon sa tag-araw.
• Ex3_EN: She has been swimming competitively since she was eight years old.
• Ex3_PH: Siya ay lumalangoy na pang-kompetisyon mula noong siya ay walong taong gulang.
• Ex4_EN: Swimming lessons are essential for water safety, especially for young children.
• Ex4_PH: Ang mga leksyon sa paglangoy ay mahalaga para sa kaligtasan sa tubig, lalo na para sa mga batang bata.
• Ex5_EN: After swimming for an hour, I felt refreshed and energized.
• Ex5_PH: Pagkatapos lumangoy ng isang oras, nakaramdam ako ng pagkasariwa at lakas.