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    Himukin (en. Urge)

    hi-mu-kin

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The act of inviting or persuading a person to do something.
    Urge him to join us outside.
    Himukin mo siya na sumama sa atin sa labas.
    The act of directing and encouraging a person or group to take action.
    Encourage the children to study well.
    Himukin ang mga bata na mag-aral nang mabuti.
    Encouragement to utilize their abilities for a specific purpose.
    Urge their talents to achieve success.
    Himukin ang kanilang mga talento upang makamit ang tagumpay.

    Etymology

    from the word 'himok' which means 'to urge' or 'to persuade'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    urge a person
    to persuade or invite a person to do something
    himukin ang isang tao
    do not urge
    do not excessively persuade a person to do something
    huwag himukin

    Related Words

    urge
    The purpose or reason for encouraging someone to act.
    himok
    invitation
    A statement that encourages someone to join or act.
    anyaya

    Slang Meanings

    to invite or urge someone to join
    Encourage him to join the outing later!
    Himukin mo na siya na sumama sa gimik mamaya!
    to boost someone's confidence
    Encourage her not to be afraid of dancing.
    Himukin mo siya na huwag matakot sa pagsasayaw.
    to beg or request intensively
    Persuade them well to get what you want.
    Himukin mo nang mabuti para makuha mo ang gusto mo.