Dote (en. Iska)
/ˈdoʊt/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
Be overwhelmed with love or concern.
His parents were very upset with him.
Ang kanyang mga magulang ay labis na nagdodobli sa kanya.
Pay attention and care to anyone in a great deal of way.
Because we are friends, I often miss her.
Dahil magkaibigan kami, madalas akong magdote sa kanya.
Show excessive kindness or concern for someone.
The boy felt as if he was being bullied by his grandmother.
Nadama ng bata na parang siya ay dinodota ng kanyang lola.
Common Phrases and Expressions
dote on someone
To show excessive love or care for someone.
dote on someone
Related Words
alagaan
The act of providing support, attention, and care.
alagaan
Slang Meanings
A person who is lovable or really cute.
Because my boyfriend is so dote, he always pays attention to me.
Kasi ang dote ng boyfriend ko, lagi niya akong pinapapansin.
A term for things that are very cute or heartwarming.
Did you see that puppy? It's so dote!
Kita mo yung puppy? Ang dote niya!