Dikit (en. Close)
/dɪ.kɪt/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Close or nearby characteristic.
They have been close friends since childhood.
Sila ay dikit na magkakaibigan mula pa noong bata pa sila.
Quick movement or action.
His ideas came out quickly in the discussion.
Dikit ang paglabas ng kanyang mga ideya sa usapan.
adverb
Refers to how an action takes place closely or more intensely.
He stayed close to his companions while walking.
Dumikit siya sa kanyang mga kasama habang naglalakad.
Etymology
Originates from Tagalog language.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Close to God
Very close relationship with religion or faith.
Dikit na diyos
Related Words
Connection
The relationship or bond between things or people.
koneksyon
Slang Meanings
close or nearby
Let's just stay at the nearby house.
Dito lang tayo sa dikit na bahay.
people who are physically close or affectionate
The close ones at the party are really sweet!
Ang mga dikit sa party ay talaga namang sweet!
to act quickly or swiftly
Drew, let's hurry, we might get caught!
Drew, dikit-dikit na tayo, baka maabutan tayo!
things that are stuck together tightly
Look at how the magnets are stuck to the fridge!
Tingnan mo yung dikit ng mga magnet sa ref!