Thumb in Tagalog

“Thumb in Tagalog” translates to “Hinlalaki” – the short, thick first digit of the human hand. This essential body part plays a crucial role in gripping and holding objects. Let’s explore its meanings, synonyms, and usage in both English and Tagalog below.

[Words] = Thumb

[Definition]:

• Thumb /θʌm/
• Noun: The short, thick first digit of the human hand, set lower and apart from the other four fingers and opposable to them.
• Verb: To press, touch, or indicate something with one’s thumb.

[Synonyms] = Hinlalaki, Daliri ng kamay (general term for finger), Hinlalaking daliri

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: She accidentally hit her thumb with a hammer while working on the project.
• Ex1_PH: Aksidenteng natamaan niya ang kanyang hinlalaki ng martilyo habang gumagawa sa proyekto.
• Ex2_EN: The baby learned to suck his thumb for comfort.
• Ex2_PH: Natuto ang sanggol na sumupsop ng kanyang hinlalaki para sa kaaliwan.
• Ex3_EN: He gave a thumbs up to show his approval of the idea.
• Ex3_PH: Nagtaas siya ng hinlalaki upang ipakita ang kanyang pagsang-ayon sa ideya.
• Ex4_EN: The carpenter’s thumb was sore from all the pressing and pushing.
• Ex4_PH: Ang hinlalaki ng karpintero ay masakit dahil sa lahat ng pagpindot at pagtulak.
• Ex5_EN: She thumbed through the pages of the magazine quickly.
• Ex5_PH: Mabilis niyang binuklat gamit ang hinlalaki ang mga pahina ng magasin.