Nod in Tagalog

“Nod” in Tagalog translates to “tango”, “iling”, or “yuko” depending on context. This term refers to the act of moving your head up and down to show agreement, greeting, or acknowledgment. Explore the various meanings and uses of this simple yet expressive gesture below.

[Words] = Nod

[Definition]:

• Nod /nɑːd/
• Verb 1: To move your head down and then up again quickly to show agreement, greeting, or understanding.
• Verb 2: To let your head fall forward when you are falling asleep.
• Verb 3: To move or sway gently (especially of flowers or trees).
• Noun: An act of nodding the head.

[Synonyms] = Tango, Yuko, Pagtango, Pag-iling pababa, Pagkaway ng ulo, Pagsang-ayon sa ulo

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: She gave a quick nod of approval before leaving the room.
• Ex1_PH: Siya ay nagbigay ng mabilis na tango ng pagsang-ayon bago umalis sa silid.
• Ex2_EN: He nodded his head in agreement with the proposal.
• Ex2_PH: Siya ay tumango ng kanyang ulo bilang pagsang-ayon sa panukala.
• Ex3_EN: I started to nod off during the boring lecture.
• Ex3_PH: Nagsimula akong yumukok sa antok habang nakikinig sa nakakaantok na lektura.
• Ex4_EN: The flowers nodded gently in the breeze.
• Ex4_PH: Ang mga bulaklak ay yumayanig ng marahan sa simoy ng hangin.
• Ex5_EN: With a simple nod, he acknowledged my presence.
• Ex5_PH: Sa simpleng tango, kinikilala niya ang aking presensya.