Tide in Tagalog

“Thumb” in Tagalog is translated as “hinlalaki” or “daliring hinlalaki.” This refers to the short, thick first digit of the hand that is opposable to the other fingers. The thumb plays a crucial role in gripping and holding objects, making it essential for daily activities and manual tasks in Filipino culture.

[Words] = Thumb

[Definition]:

• Thumb /θʌm/
• Noun 1: The short, thick first digit of the human hand, set lower and apart from the other four fingers and opposable to them.
• Noun 2: The corresponding digit in other primates or animals.
• Verb 1: To touch, press, or handle something with one’s thumb.
• Verb 2: To request or obtain a ride in a passing vehicle by signaling with one’s thumb.

[Synonyms] = Hinlalaki, Daliring hinlalaki, Daliring tanggol, Hinlalaki ng kamay.

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: She accidentally hit her thumb with a hammer while working.
Ex1_PH: Aksidente niyang natamaan ang kanyang hinlalaki ng martilyo habang nagtatrabaho.

Ex2_EN: The baby sucked his thumb while sleeping peacefully.
Ex2_PH: Ang sanggol ay sumusupsop ng kanyang hinlalaki habang mahimbing na natutulog.

Ex3_EN: He gave a thumbs up to show his approval of the plan.
Ex3_PH: Siya ay nagbigay ng taas hinlalaki upang ipakita ang kanyang pagsang-ayon sa plano.

Ex4_EN: My thumb is sore from texting all day long.
Ex4_PH: Ang aking hinlalaki ay masakit mula sa pag-text buong araw.

Ex5_EN: She used her thumb to scroll through the photos on her phone.
Ex5_PH: Ginamit niya ang kanyang hinlalaki upang mag-scroll sa mga larawan sa kanyang telepono.