Itutok (en. To point at)

ee-tu-tok

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that refers to the act of pointing or focusing on something.
Point your finger at the map to show the location.
Itutok mo ang iyong daliri sa mapa upang ipakita ang lokasyon.
Focusing attention or view on a specific matter.
We need to focus our efforts on the right solution.
Kailangan nating itutok ang ating pagsisikap sa tamang solusyon.
Emphasizing a particular idea or argument.
In his speech, he pointed out the issues of climate change.
Sa kanyang talumpati, itinutok niya ang mga isyu ng climate change.

Etymology

Pinagmulan ng salita: 'tutok'

Common Phrases and Expressions

focus your mind
Concentrate on an idea or task.
itutok mo ang iyong isip

Related Words

teaching
A process of imparting knowledge or skills.
turo

Slang Meanings

pointing or directing with a finger
Point your finger on the map so we can know where we're headed.
Itutok mo yung daliri mo sa mapa para malaman natin yung pupuntahan natin.
to express or show intention
Direct your vote towards him to make your intention clear.
Itutok mo na sa kanya yung boto mo para mas malinaw ang gusto mong mangyari.
to guide or advise on a good decision
Just point yourself in the right direction for what you're going to do so you won't go wrong.
Itutok mo na lang sa tamang daan yung gagawin mo para di ka magkamali.