Earthquake in Tagalog

“Earthquake” in Tagalog is “lindol” or “paglindol”, referring to the shaking or trembling of the ground caused by tectonic movements. Understanding this term is crucial for safety discussions and disaster preparedness in the Philippines.

[Words] = Earthquake

[Definition]:

• Earthquake /ˈɜːrθkweɪk/
• Noun 1: A sudden and violent shaking of the ground caused by movements within the earth’s crust or volcanic action.
• Noun 2: A seismic event that results from the release of energy in the Earth’s lithosphere.
• Noun 3: A major upheaval or disruptive event (metaphorical use).

[Synonyms] = Lindol, Paglindol, Pagyanig ng lupa, Teremoto, Pagkakayanig ng lupa

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: A strong earthquake struck the city early this morning, causing buildings to shake.
• Ex1_PH: Isang malakas na lindol ang tumama sa lungsod ngayong madaling araw, na naging dahilan ng pagyanig ng mga gusali.
• Ex2_EN: The Philippines experiences frequent earthquakes because it is located in the Pacific Ring of Fire.
• Ex2_PH: Ang Pilipinas ay nakakaranas ng madalas na lindol dahil ito ay matatagpuan sa Pacific Ring of Fire.
• Ex3_EN: During an earthquake, you should duck, cover, and hold on to protect yourself.
• Ex3_PH: Sa panahon ng lindol, dapat kang yumuko, magtakip, at kumapit upang protektahan ang iyong sarili.
• Ex4_EN: The magnitude 7.2 earthquake caused significant damage to infrastructure and homes.
• Ex4_PH: Ang magnitude 7.2 na lindol ay nagdulot ng malaking pinsala sa imprastraktura at mga tahanan.
• Ex5_EN: Scientists use seismographs to detect and measure earthquakes around the world.
• Ex5_PH: Ang mga siyentipiko ay gumagamit ng seismograph upang tuklasin at sukatin ang mga lindol sa buong mundo.