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    Itak (en. Machete)

    i-tak

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A type of large knife commonly used for cutting branches and grass.
    He used a machete to cut the branches of the tree.
    Gumamit siya ng itak upang putulin ang mga sanga ng puno.
    A tool used in agriculture or harvesting.
    The machete is essential for farmers during harvest.
    Mahalaga ang itak sa mga magsasaka kapag nag-aani.
    Indicates a specific tool commonly used in rural areas.
    People in the village have a machete as part of their daily gear.
    Ang mga tao sa barangay ay may itak bilang bahagi ng kanilang pang-araw-araw na kagamitan.

    Etymology

    From the Tagalog language

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to draw a machete
    to do something bad or seek revenge
    umitag ng itak

    Related Words

    sickle
    A tool used for cutting plants.
    pang-ahi

    Slang Meanings

    A knife or tool used for digging (digging or cutting).
    His machete is so sharp that it easily cuts through wood.
    Yung itak niya, sobrang talas kaya madali lang nahuhulugan ng kahoy.
    Symbol of anger or rage.
    His eyes were like a machete when he saw who damaged his car.
    Parang may itak ang mga mata niya nang makita ang nakasira sa kotse niya.