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    Ikayin (en. To do one's best)

    i-ka-yin

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    An action aimed at giving more effort or strength to a task.
    Give it your best effort in the exam for a good grade.
    Ikayin mo ang lahat ng iyong makakaya sa pagsusulit para sa magandang marka.
    Demonstrates determination and effort toward a goal.
    He showed that he is willing to give his heart to his dreams.
    Ipinakita niya na ikayin ang kanyang puso sa kanyang mga pangarap.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Give it your best!
    Put in all your effort.
    Ikayin mo na!

    Related Words

    effort
    The active desire and endeavor to achieve a goal.
    pagsisikap

    Slang Meanings

    To pretend to be busy or have problems.
    He seems to be ikayin, but he's just chilling at home.
    Parang ikayin siya, pero chill lang naman siya sa bahay.
    Finding an excuse to not join an activity.
    He always has an ikayin when there's an outing, he just doesn't want to join.
    Lagi siyang may ikayin pag may lakad, ayaw lang talagang sumama.