Hanapin
Jerk
01
jerk (karne)
meat (especially beef) cut in strips and dried in the sun
02
jerk (sayaw), sayaw na jerk
a dance style characterized by sharp, exaggerated movements of the arms, shoulders, and legs, often performed to hip hop or electronic music
What is the "Jerk"?
The Jerk is a dance style that originated in the 1960s and became popular in the early 2000s. It is characterized by quick, sharp movements, especially in the legs and arms, with a focus on rhythm and coordination. The dance includes a distinctive hopping motion and often involves exaggerated, playful steps. The Jerk is performed to upbeat music and is known for its energetic and fun style.
03
tanga, bobo
a dull stupid fatuous person
04
pang-galaw, biglang paggalaw
an abrupt spasmodic movement
05
bigla, hugot
a sudden abrupt pull
Example
The sudden jerk of the train startled the passengers.
He felt a jerk on the fishing line, signaling a catch.
With a quick jerk, she pulled the door open against the strong wind.
06
jerk, pagsabog
raising a weight from shoulder height to above the head by straightening the arms
07
panginggising, pag-ugoy
(mechanics) the rate of change of acceleration
to jerk
01
saluhin, bigla
to move abruptly in a short, sudden manner
Intransitive
Example
The old machine jerked suddenly before finally coming to life.
When the brakes were applied abruptly, the bus jerked to a sudden stop.
The fishing rod jerked in his hands as a fish tugged on the line.
02
ilagok, banggitin
to cause to move abruptly and with a sudden, sharp motion
Transitive: to jerk sth
Example
The sudden acceleration jerked the passengers forward in their seats.
She jerked the cord to turn off the malfunctioning lamp.
The chef jerked the pan to toss the ingredients in the air while cooking.
03
hila, ihampas
to throw or toss something abruptly and with a sudden, sharp motion
Transitive: to jerk sth
Example
The chef jerked the vegetables into the hot wok to stir-fry them quickly.
In frustration, she jerked the crumpled paper into the trash can.
Trying to get the attention of his friend, he jerked a small pebble at the window.
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