gobtik
English: Translation
spring; snap shut; launch suddenly
English: Definition
For a mechanically restrained or trigger-held object to move suddenly when its restraining mechanism is released, especially by snapping shut, springing forward, or launching a projectile.
Part of Speech
verb
Example Sentence
Gominobtik patakrem yo padlong yo matongtongan ko.
English: Example Sentence
The mouse trap snapped shut when I stepped on it.
Notes
Semantic core:
stored mechanical energy + trigger/release → sudden movement
That makes it different again:
- pitik — elastic material restores itself.
- gobtik — a mechanism is triggered/released.
- ontot — rebound follows surface contact.
- olaptik — animate being bursts into action.
| Boie’nen | Most specific semantic feature | Best compact English |
| taon | leaves an elevated source, outward/downward | jump off; leap down; dive |
| ondok | deliberate upward propulsion | jump; leap upward |
| iktin | sudden reactive/startle propulsion | start; jump back; spring |
| olaptik | animate body bursts vigorously into motion | spring into action; rear; bolt |
| ontot | contact/support followed by rebound | bounce; rebound |
| pitik | elastic deformation releases | snap back; spring back |
| gobtik | triggered stored energy releases | spring shut; launch |