Ipagpasikat (en. Show off)

/i-pag-pa-si-kat/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of showing off or showcasing oneself or others.
He wants to showcase his singing talent.
Nais niyang ipagpasikat ang kanyang talento sa pag-awit.
The act of doing something to gain the attention of others.
A way to show off his completed works.
Isang paraan ng ipagpasikat ang kanyang mga natapos na obra.
The desire to display one's abilities or wealth.
He loves to show off his new gadgets.
Mahilig siyang ipagpasikat ang kanyang mga bagong gamit.

Etymology

From the words 'ipag' and 'pasikat'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

show off oneself
To showcase one's skills or success.
ipagpasikat ang sarili
show off talent
To showcase a unique ability.
ipagpasikat ang talento

Related Words

show off
A verb that means to display or showcase.
pasikat
show
The act of displaying or emphasizing.
ipakita

Slang Meanings

show off your skills
You should flaunt your talent on stage!
Dapat mong ipagpasikat ang talento mo sa stage!
to impress
She posted on social media to show off her new bag.
Naka-post siya sa social media para ipagpasikat ang bagong bag niya.
show-off or flashy
He bought expensive sneakers to show off to his friends. So pretentious!
Bumili siya ng mamahaling sneakers para ipagpasikat sa mga kaibigan niya. Sobrang pala-arte!