Dikitan (en. Sticking)
/di.ki.tan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The physical sticking of two objects.
The sticking of the wall and ceiling refers to their joining.
Ang dikitan ng pader at kisame ay nagtutukoy sa pagkakabuklod ng mga ito.
The grouping of people or things that creates a close relationship.
The bonding of friends creates a good relationship.
Ang dikitan ng magkakaibigan ay nagdudulot ng magandang samahan.
verb
The action of sticking or bringing an object close to another.
The tape should stick the paper so it doesn’t fall.
Dapat dikitan ng tape ang papel upang hindi ito bumagsak.
The presence of a strong relationship or connection to a person.
They have been close due to a school project for a long time.
Matagal na silang dikitan sa isang proyekto sa paaralan.
Etymology
Refers to the act of having a physical connection through sticking or coming close.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to stick together
To unite or connect to form a closer relationship.
mag-dikitan
Related Words
stick
The state of being stuck together or adjacent.
dikit
close
The proximity to a person or object.
lapit
Slang Meanings
Teasing or flirting that involves physical contact.
Wow, just flirt with him, he seems to like you.
Grabe, dikitan mo na lang siya, mukhang type ka niya.
Joining or hanging out with a group or person, usually with fun involved.
Oh, the flirting at the party earlier was so much fun, there were so many stories!
Naku, ang saya ng dikitan sa party kanina, ang daming kwentuhan!
Teasing or experimental form of interaction.
Don't flirt with Marco, you might get stuck!
Huwag mong dikitan si Marco, baka ma-jam ka pa!