Diit (en. Press)
/diː.ɪt/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A force applied to an object that causes movement or change.
A press is needed to show the correct print.
Isang diit ang kailangan upang maipakita ang tamang pagkaka-print.
The action of pressing or bending something.
Sometimes, the press on the telephone buttons does not work.
Minsan, ang diit sa mga pindutan ng telepono ay hindi gumagana.
Shows a situation with great emphasis or pressure.
The emphasis in his words showed his feelings.
Ang diit sa kanyang mga salita ay nagpakita ng kanyang damdamin.
Etymology
The word 'diit' comes from the root word 'di'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
press in the heart
An intense feeling or emotion coming from the heart.
diit sa puso
give press
To give emphasis or importance to something.
bigay ng diit
Related Words
pressed
The past form of the word 'press', which means it has been hit by force.
pinindot
press
A tool used for pressing ingredients.
presso
Slang Meanings
tight or hot
Wow, my elbow is so tight after playing basketball!
Grabe, ang diit ng siko ko kakalaban sa basketball!
small or cramped
My clothes are tight, I can't move.
Diit kasi yung damit ko, di ako makagalaw.
too serious
Why do you look so tight? Just chill!
Bakit ang diit ng mukha mo? Chill lang!