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    Ikagipit (en. To cause difficulty)

    i-ka-gi-pit

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    To love excessively or in a way that causes feelings of distress.
    His behavior caused distress among his colleagues.
    Ang kanyang ugali ay nagdulot ng ikagipit sa kanyang kasamahan.
    To torture or burden others.
    He can no longer endure the distress of his problems.
    Hindi na niya kayang tiisin ang ikagipit ng kanyang mga problema.
    Creating a situation that leads to hardship or challenge.
    The economic crisis brought distress to many people.
    Ang krisis sa ekonomiya ay nagdala ng ikagipit sa maraming tao.

    Etymology

    From the root words 'ika-' (to make) and 'gipit' (tight or constricted).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the hardships of life
    The challenges or trials of life.
    ikagipit ng buhay

    Related Words

    tight
    A situation of difficulty or lack.
    gipit
    trial
    A test or challenge faced.
    pagsubok

    Slang Meanings

    Continuous, without hindrance.
    Just go for it, let's go eat!
    Ikagipit lang yan, tara na sa kainan!
    Recklessly, without much thought.
    He just went for it, without thinking about his decision.
    Ikagipit na lang siya sa kanyang desisyon.
    Quick, natural flow.
    Our way is fast to finish it right away.
    Ikagipit ang paraan natin para matapos agad.