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    Iskudo (en. Shield)

    is-ku-do

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    An object used for protection against dangers.
    He used a shield in battle to avoid getting hurt.
    Gumamit siya ng iskudo sa laban upang hindi siya masaktan.
    A type of coin or currency in some countries, particularly Spanish-speaking ones.
    In the past, the shield was the currency used in our town.
    Noong araw, ang iskudo ang ginagamit na pera sa aming bayan.

    Etymology

    Spanish word: 'escudo'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    shield of defense
    protection against danger or attack
    iskudo ng depensa

    Related Words

    advantage
    A condition of higher level of protection or performance in battle.
    kalamangan

    Slang Meanings

    A gentle nudge or poke at someone as if you want to remind or correct them softly.
    Why are you giving him the iskudo? He didn't do anything wrong.
    Bakit mo siya iskudohon? Wala naman siyang ginawang masama.
    A slang term used when you want to say something hurtful but need to express it gently.
    I need to give him an iskudo about his behavior.
    Kailangan ko siyang iskudohon tungkol sa kanyang mga ugali.
    A way of saying 'come on' or 'just agree' with a hint of intrigue.
    Just give him the iskudo, he might just agree.
    Mag-isikudo ka na lang sa kanya, baka pumayag na.