tibok
tibók with stress marks
pulse; beat; to pulsate
Usage Note
Tibok refers to the throbbing or beating of the heart or pulse. It is used literally in medical contexts but also appears frequently in poetry, song, and literature to evoke emotion and life force. 'Tibok ng puso' (heartbeat) is a common romantic and poetic phrase.
Examples
" Mahina ang tibok ng puso. "
Natural Translation
The heartbeat is weak.
Literal Translation
Weak the beat of heart.
" Mabilis ang tibok ng puso ko. "
Natural Translation
My heart beat is fast.
Literal Translation
Fast the beat of heart my.
" Tuwing nakikita kita, bumibilis ang tibok ng aking puso na para bang gusto itong sumabog sa tuwa. "
Natural Translation
Every time I see you, my heartbeat quickens as if it wants to burst with joy.
Literal Translation
Every time see I-you, quickening the beat of my heart as if want it to-burst in joy.
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