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    Gitgitin (en. To nag)

    git-gi-tin

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The action of nagging or warning someone.
    He is always nagged by his parents when he doesn't study.
    Palagi siyang gitgitin ng kanyang mga magulang kapag hindi siya nag-aaral.
    The act of saying things with the intention of causing someone worry or concern.
    Don't nag him too much, he might just get angry.
    Huwag siyang gitgitin masyado, baka magalit lang siya.
    The act of questioning or pushing to provide information or action to someone through repetition.
    He notices that his boss keeps nagging him about the report.
    Pinapansin niya ang kanyang boss na patuloy siyang gitgitin tungkol sa ulat.

    Etymology

    Derived from the word 'gitgit' which means nagging or scolding.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Don't nag me.
    It conveys to stop bothering or worrying me.
    Huwag mo akong gitgitin.
    No more nagging at home.
    A statement for peace and acceptance that there will be no disturbances.
    Wala nang gitgitin sa bahay.

    Related Words

    rebuke
    Reprimand or correction of bad behavior or action.
    saway
    to provoke
    The act of stirring someone up or prompting them with a purpose.
    mangulit

    Slang Meanings

    Tickling something or someone while they are asleep, usually in a playful manner.
    Mark said, 'We play tickle when sister is asleep!'
    Sabi ni Mark, 'Naglalaro kami ng gitgitin bago natulog si ate!'
    To poke or attack a friend in a playful manner.
    Whenever we meet, I always poke them playfully.
    Kapag nagkikita-kita kami, palagi akong nagigitgitin sa kanila.