Twist in Tagalog

Twist in Tagalog translates to “pilipit,” “ikot,” “baluktot,” or “biglaang pagbabago” depending on context. This term is commonly used to describe physical rotation, unexpected plot changes in stories, or dance moves. Explore the comprehensive meanings and usage examples below.

[Words] = Twist

[Definition]

• Twist /twɪst/
• Verb 1: To turn or bend something into a curved or spiral shape.
• Verb 2: To rotate or turn one’s body or a body part.
• Verb 3: To distort or change the meaning of something.
• Noun 1: An unexpected development or change in a situation or story.
• Noun 2: A type of dance popular in the 1960s.

[Synonyms] = Pilipit, Ikot, Baluktot, Biglaang pagbabago, Liko, Siko, Pagpilipit

[Example]

• Ex1_EN: She had to twist the cap tightly to close the bottle.
• Ex1_PH: Kailangan niyang pilipitin nang mahigpit ang takip upang isara ang bote.
• Ex2_EN: The movie had an unexpected twist at the end that surprised everyone.
• Ex2_PH: Ang pelikula ay may biglaang pagbabago sa dulo na nagulat sa lahat.
• Ex3_EN: Be careful not to twist your ankle while running.
• Ex3_PH: Mag-ingat na huwag mopilipitin ang iyong bukung-bukong habang tumatakbo.
• Ex4_EN: The road has many twists and turns through the mountains.
• Ex4_PH: Ang daan ay may maraming liko at ikot sa buong kabundukan.
• Ex5_EN: They learned to dance the twist at the retro party.
• Ex5_PH: Natuto silang sumayaw ng twist sa retro party.