Atikhain (en. Stubborn)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to a person or thing that is stubborn or not easily persuaded.
Maria is stubborn; she doesn't want to listen to her parents' advice.
Si Maria ay atikhain; ayaw niyang makinig sa mga payo ng kanyang mga magulang.
A characteristic of a person who stands firmly and is not easily shaken.
He is known in their village as a stubborn leader.
Kilala siya sa kanilang barangay bilang isang atikhain na lider.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Stubborn decision
Does not change one's mind.
Atikhain ang pasya

Related Words

to be stubborn
A verb meaning to be stubborn or refuse to comply.
mang-atikhain

Slang Meanings

Round and handsome
His crush is so atikhain, everyone admires him.
Sobrang atikhain ng kanyang crush, lahat nang tao, nag-aadmire sa kanya.
Very cute
The little twinkling fireflies look so cute, like little atikhains!
Ang mga kutitap nga baka, ang cute nila, parang mga atikhain!
Like a cat
Her eyes are like a cat's, that's why she's so atikhain!
Yung mata niya parang pusa, kaya napaka atikhain!