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    Hataw (en. Strike)

    ha-taw

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The act of charging or exerting force.
    His movements on stage were striking with every song.
    Hataw ang kanyang galaw sa entablado sa bawat awit.
    To charge or attack.
    They charged at the enemies using their weapons.
    Hataw sila sa mga kaaway gamit ang kanilang mga armas.
    To perform quick or intense actions.
    Maria is also hitting it hard in her studies before the exam.
    Hataw na rin si Maria sa kanyang mga aralin bago ang pagsusulit.

    Etymology

    Originates from the root word 'hataw' meaning 'to strike' or 'to hit'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    they hit it hard at work
    Working vigorously with diligence.
    hataw sa trabaho
    strike in joy
    Creative and full of life in movement.
    hataw sa saya

    Related Words

    dance strike
    A dance style full of energy and vigor.
    hataw sa sayaw

    Slang Meanings

    continuing to do something without stopping
    Just keep going at work, we can do this!
    Hataw lang sa trabaho, kaya natin 'to!
    dancing energetically or joyfully
    The dancing was so much fun at the disco last night!
    Ang saya ng hatawan sa disco kagabi!
    to show off or boast
    Our team really showed off in the competition!
    Hataw na hataw yung team namin sa competition!