Dahikan (en. To justify)

dä-hi-kän

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To act or do something in response to an event or situation.
Justify your reasons for not being able to come.
Dahikan mo ang iyong mga dahilan kung bakit hindi ka makakarating.
To provide justification or explanation for an action or decision.
Justify your opinions before you leave.
Dahikan mo ang iyong mga opinyon bago ka umalis.

Etymology

from the word 'dahil' related to the interlocutor or reason.

Common Phrases and Expressions

justify me.
Show me your reasons or explanations.
dahikan mo ako

Related Words

explanation
A word that expresses a reason or justification.
paliwanag
reason
A cause or argument that supports an opinion or question.
katwiran

Slang Meanings

Perfectly fitting, on point.
Your outfit looks great, it fits perfectly!
Ang ganda ng suot mo, dahikan na dahikan sa banga!
Perfect timing.
Because of that news, our plans are perfectly timed.
Dahil sa balitang iyon, dahikan na dahikan ang plano namin.
Unmatched, unparalleled.
It's so fun being with you guys, it's truly unmatched!
Ang saya pag kasama kayo, dahikan na dahikan talaga!