gilagid
gilagíd with stress marks
gum (anatomy)
Usage Note
Gilagid is the anatomical term for the gums — the soft tissue surrounding the teeth. It is used in everyday health contexts as well as in dentistry. Common related phrases include 'namaga ang gilagid' (swollen gums) and 'dumudugo ang gilagid' (bleeding gums), which are standard complaints at the dental clinic.
Examples
" Dumudugo ang gilagid niya. "
Natural Translation
His gums are bleeding.
Literal Translation
Bleeding the gums his.
" Dumudugo ang gilagid ko kapag nagsisipilyo. "
Natural Translation
My gums bleed when I brush my teeth.
Literal Translation
Bleeding the gums my when brushing-teeth.
" Sinabi ng dentista na namamaga ang gilagid ko dahil hindi ako gumagamit ng dental floss araw-araw. "
Natural Translation
The dentist said my gums are swollen because I don't use dental floss every day.
Literal Translation
Said by-the dentist that swollen the gums my because not I using of dental floss day-day.
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