Damot (en. To take)

da-mot

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Damot refers to taking or harvesting things.
I see that he is harvesting fruits from the garden.
Nakikita kong may damot siya sa mga prutas sa hardin.
It can also refer to possessing things that are not exceeded.
He did not shy away from the wealth that his parents have.
Hindi siya umiwas sa damot ng yaman ng kaniyang mga magulang.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'dam,' which means 'to have,' and 'mot,' which may refer to taking or harvesting.

Common Phrases and Expressions

stingy with wealth
careful or protective of wealth
damot sa kayamanan

Related Words

harvester
A person who harvests or takes things from nature.
mang-aani

Slang Meanings

Exploitation or taking advantage
Don't be too stingy, just give the cake to the people.
Wag ka masyadong damot, ibigay mo na yung cake sa mga tao.
Miser or stingy person
My brother is so stingy, he doesn't want to spend money even on his birthday.
Sobrang damot ni kuya, ayaw maglabas ng pera kahit sa birthday niya.
Enjoying expensive things for oneself only
Sister is so stingy, all designer clothes are just for herself.
Ang damot naman ni ate, puro designer clothes para sa kanya lang.