Handful in Tagalog

“Halt” in Tagalog is translated as “tigil,” “hinto,” or “pahinto,” depending on context. This word describes a complete stop of movement or activity, whether temporary or permanent. Understanding its usage helps express commands to stop, describe pauses in processes, and communicate cessation of actions in both languages.

Halt is a powerful term for commanding stops and describing interruptions. Let’s explore its complete meanings and applications.

Definition:

• Halt /hɔːlt/
• Verb 1: To bring or come to an abrupt stop; to cease moving or operating.
• Noun 1: A suspension of movement or activity, typically a temporary one.
• Verb 2: To cause to stop or pause in progress or action.

Tagalog Synonyms: Tigil, Hinto, Huminto, Tumigil, Pahinto, Paghinto, Pagtigil, Humpay, Undang.

Example Sentences:

English: The security guard ordered the vehicle to halt at the checkpoint immediately.
Tagalog: Inutusan ng guwardiya ang sasakyan na tumigil sa checkpoint kaagad.

English: Production came to a halt when the machinery broke down this morning.
Tagalog: Ang produksyon ay dumating sa pagtigil nang masira ang makinarya ngayong umaga.

English: The government decided to halt construction until the environmental study is completed.
Tagalog: Nagpasya ang gobyerno na itigil ang konstruksyon hanggang sa makumpleto ang pag-aaral sa kapaligiran.

English: Traffic was brought to a halt due to the accident on the highway.
Tagalog: Ang trapiko ay dinala sa hinto dahil sa aksidente sa highway.

English: The teacher called for a halt to all activities when the fire alarm sounded.
Tagalog: Ang guro ay humiling ng tigil sa lahat ng mga aktibidad nang tumunog ang fire alarm.