ulirat
ulirát with stress marks
consciousness
Usage Note
Ulirat refers to one's state of consciousness, awareness, or senses. The phrase 'nawala ang ulirat' (lost consciousness) is common in medical and dramatic contexts. It can also mean one's presence of mind or composure — 'nawalan siya ng ulirat sa takot' (he lost his composure from fear). The word bridges physical and psychological awareness.
Examples
" Wala na siya sa ulirat. "
Natural Translation
He's no longer conscious.
Literal Translation
None already he in consciousness.
" Nawala ang ulirat niya nang matumba sa sahig. "
Natural Translation
He/She lost consciousness when he/she fell to the floor.
Literal Translation
Lost the consciousness his/her when fell to-the floor.
" Nang marinig niya ang masamang balita, parang nawala ang ulirat niya at hindi makakilos. "
Natural Translation
When she heard the bad news, it was as if she lost her senses and couldn't move.
Literal Translation
When heard she the bad news, like lost the consciousness her and not able-to-move.
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