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Translate Files Kantiyaw (en. Gibe)
kan-ti-yaw
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of joke or teasing that usually aims to entertain.
His taunt towards his friend made the class laugh.
Ang kanyang kantiyaw sa kaibigan ay nagdulot ng tawanan sa klase.
The act of teasing or mocking another person.
Don't be too harsh with your taunt, it might hurt others' feelings.
Huwag kang masyadong harsh sa iyong kantiyaw, baka masaktan ang damdamin ng iba.
Etymology
The term 'kantiyaw' originates from the word 'kanti' which means 'to poke' or 'to indicate'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Don't be too much of a tease.
Avoid being overly harsh with teasing.
Huwag kang masyadong mga kantiyaw.
Related Words
joke
A lighter or more enjoyable form of tease or mock.
biro
Slang Meanings
joke or teasing
That's just teasing, don't take it too seriously.
Kantiyaw lang 'yan, huwag kang masyadong seryoso.
gossip or chat
Their teasing sounds like they're just chatting on the corner.
Ang kantiyaw nila, para bang nagkukwentuhan lang sa kanto.
show-off or attention-seeker
Why is he always the one being teased, seems like he's showing off in this group?
Bakit lagi na lang siya ang bine-biro, parang pabibo siya sa grupong ito?