Bakat (en. Gash)
bà-kat
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An opening or notch on the surface of something.
The wood has a gash from the carving.
May bakat ang kahoy mula sa pag-ukit.
A loose passage or entry point.
We found a slit in the wall to pass through.
Nakahanap kami ng bakat sa pader upang makalipat.
verb
The act of creating a gash or carving.
He is etching a design in the sand.
Bina-bakat niya ang alon sa buhangin.
Etymology
Originated from the root word 'baka' which means cow.
Common Phrases and Expressions
has a gash
has space or mark
may bakat
Related Words
imprint
A mark or impression from something.
bakas
cow
A type of animal raised for milk or meat.
baka
Slang Meanings
A deep emotional expression or insight, often touching.
Wow, did you see the depth in his writings? It's painful but beautiful!
Grabe, nakita mo ba 'yung bakat sa kanyang mga sinulat? Ang sakit pero ang ganda!
Intentionally adding meaning to an event or situation to express feelings.
He keeps posting deep statuses; seems like he's going through something.
Kaka-bakat lang ng kanyang mga status, mukhang may pinagdaraanan siya.