tapilok
tapilók with stress marks
accidental twisting of an ankle
Usage Note
Tapilok specifically describes the involuntary rolling or twisting of an ankle — what English calls a sprain or turned ankle. It is a precise, everyday word for a common mishap, especially on uneven terrain. Natapilok (I twisted my ankle) is a frequently heard phrase in casual conversation.
Examples
" Natapilok ako sa hagdan. "
Natural Translation
I twisted my ankle on the stairs.
Literal Translation
Twisted-ankle I on stairs.
" Masakit ang tapilok ko kahapon. "
Natural Translation
My accidental twisting of the ankle yesterday hurts.
Literal Translation
Painful the accidental-twisting-of-ankle my yesterday.
" Natapilok siya habang tumatakbo sa madilim na kalsada, kaya namaga ang kanyang paa kinabukasan. "
Natural Translation
He twisted his ankle while running on the dark road, so his foot was swollen the next day.
Literal Translation
Twisted-ankle he while running on dark road, so swelled the his foot next-day.
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