Estrikto (en. Strict)
/es-trik-to/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Means rigid or not allowing leniency in rules or standards.
His strict teaching style emphasized discipline.
Ang kanyang estrikto na estilo ng pagtuturo ay nagbigay-diin sa disiplina.
Related to rules or regulations that cannot be disregarded.
They have strict rules in their company.
May estrikto silang mga alituntunin sa kanilang kumpanya.
Means no freedom or trust for mistakes.
Their strict standards instill fear in the employees.
Ang estrikto nilang pamantayan ay nagdudulot ng takot sa mga empleyado.
Etymology
Spanish word 'estricto'
Common Phrases and Expressions
strict on policies
Policies or regulations that are enforced rigorously.
estrikto sa mga patakaran
strict on discipline
Rigorous establishment of rules for discipline.
estrikto sa disiplina
Related Words
grasp
Having a strict demeanor or style.
dampot
prohibitions
Things that are strictly not allowed or expressed.
mga bawal
Slang Meanings
too strict
Wow, our teacher is really strict with him. There's absolutely no room for nonsense.
Grabe, ang estrikto ng guro namin sa kanya. Wala talagang puwang sa kalokohan.
overly controlling or bossy
Kuya is always strict with our outings, like he's a control freak who doesn't want to let loose.
Laging estrikto si kuya sa mga lakad, parang pabibo na ayaw magpabayaan.
disciplined
That's why sometimes, I think mom is too strict. But she just wants us to be disciplined.
Kaya nga minsan, tingin ko masyadong estrikto si mama. Pero kasi, gusto lang naman niyang maging disiplinado kami.
no favoritism
I don't want to go to school anymore because it's too strict. The teachers don't show any favoritism.
Ayoko nang pumasok sa eskwela dahil sobrang estrikto. Walang pabor-pabor ang mga guro.