Kasabiksabik (en. Eagerness)
ka-sa-bik-sa-bik
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
The state of being eager or enthusiastic about receiving something.
His eagerness is evident in his eyes.
Ang kanyang kasabiksabik ay halata sa kanyang mga mata.
Showing excessive interest or desire.
The children are eagerly waiting for Christmas.
Ang mga bata ay may kasabiksabik na naghihintay sa Pasko.
Etymology
Sound of the word 'sabik,' which means eager or thirsting for something.
Common Phrases and Expressions
eager feeling
A feeling of intense desire or interest.
kasabiksabik na damdamin
I am always eager
Always enthusiastic or eager about something.
lagi akong kasabiksabik
Related Words
eager
A term meaning to give excessive interest or desire.
sabik
energy
Representation of energy or vigor in an activity.
sigla
Slang Meanings
Going back and forth in thoughts or worries, often caused by nervousness
I was so kasabiksabik earlier while waiting for my exam results.
Ang kasabiksabik ko kanina habang nag-aantay sa resulta ng aking exam.
Going in and out of a relationship or situation, like there's no certainty
Because of his kasabiksabik, I don't know if he's serious about us.
Dahil sa kanyang kasabiksabik, hindi ko na alam kung seryoso ba siya sa amin.
Hasty decision-making, often not well thought out
I got kasabiksabik buying a new gadget, I didn't think about the budget.
Naging kasabiksabik ako sa pagbili ng bagong gadget, hindi ko naisip ang budget.