Aksyon (en. Action)

ak-syon

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A task or movement performed.
The action of people in the protest showed their sentiments.
Ang aksyon ng mga tao sa protesta ay nagpakita ng kanilang saloobin.
The process of doing something.
The action of helping others is important in our society.
Ang aksyon ng pagtulong sa kapwa ay mahalaga sa ating lipunan.
The events or happenings in a story.
The action of the movie is truly thrilling.
Ang aksyon ng pelikula ay talagang kapanapanabik.

Etymology

from the Spanish 'acción'

Common Phrases and Expressions

face the action
Show courage to do what is necessary.
harapin ang aksyon

Related Words

reaction
The response to an action or event.
reaksyon
interaction
The engagement of two or more people or things.
interaksiyon

Slang Meanings

Sneaky or quick action
Wow, the heroes' action in that movie was so fast!
Grabe, ang bilis ng aksyon ng mga bida sa pelikulang iyon!
Strange event or news
There's new action in the neighborhood, the kids fought over the game.
May bagong aksyon sa barangay, nag-away yung mga bata sa laro.
Join in on a fun opportunity or event
Come on, let's join the action at the plaza later!
Tara, sumama na tayo sa aksyon sa plaza mamaya!
Addicted to thrill-seeking activities
The gang is really into action; they're always on a new adventure!
Sobrang aksyonista talaga ang tropa, lagi silang may bagong adventure!