Kaniigin (en. To be careful)

ka-ni-igín

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
an action of being careful or cautious behavior.
Be careful with your movements while walking on the slippery floor.
Kaniigin mo ang iyong mga galaw habang naglalakad sa madulas na sahig.
the act of being cautious or paying attention to potential dangers.
It is important to be careful with the things we hold.
Mahalaga na kaniigin ang mga bagay na hawak natin.

Etymology

from the words 'ka-' and 'niig'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Be careful with yourself.
Be cautious in your decisions.
Kaniigin mo ang iyong sarili.

Related Words

caution
the act of being careful and avoiding danger.
pag-iingat

Slang Meanings

To engage or have a relationship without serious commitment.
We're having fun together, but it doesn't seem serious.
Ang saya ng kaniigin namin, parang hindi naman seryoso.
A relationship focused on physical aspects or attraction.
Our relationship is just for fun, without any feelings.
Ang kaniigin namin ay puro libangan lang, walang feelings.
Having intimacy but not setting labels.
We're just hooking up, no talk of 'us'.
Kaniigin lang namin siya, walang usapang 'kami'.