Iliko (en. To turn)

i-li-ko

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To turn or change direction.
We need to turn the vehicle at the corner.
Kailangan nating iliko ang sasakyan sa kanto.
To make a turn.
Turn your body to get out.
Iliko mo ang iyong katawan upang makalabas.
To veer off from a straight path.
Sometimes it's necessary to turn to avoid traffic.
Minsan kailangan na iliko upang makaiwas sa traffic.

Etymology

Originates from the word 'liko' which means to make turns.

Common Phrases and Expressions

turn left
Refers to turning to the left side.
iliko sa kaliwa
turn right
Refers to turning to the right side.
iliko sa kanan

Related Words

turn
An action that refers to changing direction.
liko
curve
A shape that is not a straight line.
kurba

Slang Meanings

Hide or keep secret
I’ll just keep our stories a secret.
Ililihim ko na lang ang mga e-kwento natin.
Avoid the problem
It’s better if we just avoid that.
Mas mabuti pang iliko na lang natin 'yan.
A hundred percent hide
Just hide your cellphone at home.
Iliko mo na lang ang cellphone mo sa bahay.