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.