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    Humampas (en. To strike)

    hu-ham-pas

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    to perform a quick jerk or swipe.
    The wind struck his face as he walked.
    Humampas ang hangin sa kanyang mukha habang lumalakad siya.
    the impact of one object against another.
    The ball struck the floor before bouncing back.
    Humampas ang bola sa sahig bago tumalon pabalik.
    having a significant impact on a situation.
    The news struck our community quickly.
    Humampas ang balita sa aming komunidad nang mabilis.

    Etymology

    from the root word 'hampas' meaning 'to hit' or 'to strike'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    struck by the wind
    the hitting of wind on a person's face or body.
    humampas ng hangin

    Related Words

    strike
    a quicker movement of an object or person that has an effect.
    hampas

    Slang Meanings

    to hit or strike quickly
    This storm slammed the country, causing many areas to flood.
    Humampas ang bagyong ito sa bansa, kaya't maraming lugar ang nalunod.
    to explode or get angry suddenly
    His anger flared up when he saw what his friend did.
    Humampas ang galit niya nang makita ang ginawa ng kanyang kaibigan.
    to make a lot of noise or commotion
    They crashed onto the street, surprising everyone.
    Humampas sila sa kalsada, kaya't nagulat ang lahat.