Ikamatay (en. To cause death)

ika-ma-tay

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb describing the action of bringing about death or causing death.
The wrong medication can lead to the patient's death.
Ang maling gamot ay maaaring ikamatay ng pasyente.
Action that results in the loss of life.
The battle caused many deaths.
Ang labanan ay nagdulot ng maraming ikamatay.
Leading to death.
A serious illness can be fatal if not treated immediately.
Ang malubhang sakit ay maaaring ikamatay kung hindi kaagad nagamot.

Etymology

From the word 'ikamatay' which combines 'ika-' and 'matay' meaning to die.

Common Phrases and Expressions

death of others
meaning it may lead to the death of other people.
ikamatay ng iba

Related Words

to die
The action of ending life.
mamatay
death
The state of not being alive.
kamatayan

Slang Meanings

extreme joy or excitement
I saw my crush, I could die from happiness!
Nakita ko yung crush ko, ikamatay ko na ang saya!
extreme fear or anxiety
When she saw the ghost, she nearly died from fear!
Nang makita niya yung multo, ikamatay siya sa takot!