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    Ipakoangmata (en. To be pinched)

    /ipa.koʊŋ.ma.ta/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A verb meaning to focus or direct attention towards something.
    When something wrong is happening, we should focus our attention on the signs to avoid going astray.
    Kapag may ginagawang masama, dapat tayong ipakoangmata sa mga senyales upang hindi maligaw ng landas.
    An action of drawing attention that seems to be slapped on the eye.
    His story really captured the listeners' attention.
    Ang kanyang kwento ay talagang ipakoangmata sa mga tagapakinig.

    Etymology

    Derived from the words 'ipako' and 'mata'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to fix one's gaze
    to focus intently on something or someone
    ipako ang mata

    Related Words

    to pin
    Expresses the action of holding or focusing.
    ipako

    Slang Meanings

    to overreact or exaggerate
    You're acting like you're overreacting in your drama, just chill.
    Parang ipakoangmata mo naman siya sa drama niya, chill ka lang.
    to be overly dramatic
    Why are you being so dramatic about our game? Just enjoy it!
    Bakit ang ipakoangmata mo sa laban natin? Just enjoy the game!
    make a big deal out of something small
    Stop making a big deal out of that simple conversation.
    Tama na 'yang ipakoangmata mo sa simpleng usapan.