Kompiskahin (en. To confiscate)
/kom-pis-ka-hin/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of taking or seizing something from a person.
Confiscate the illegal drugs from those who made them.
Kompiskahin ang mga ilegal na droga mula sa mga gumawa nito.
The act of seizing power or rights over something.
Weapons must be confiscated to maintain peace.
Kailangang kompiskahin ang mga armas upang mapanatili ang kapayapaan.
The action of removing property from the owner.
The authorities decided to confiscate those under the law.
Ang mga awtoridad ay nagpasya na kompiskahin ang mga nasa ilalim ng batas.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'compisco' meaning to control or to seize.
Common Phrases and Expressions
confiscate illegal items
Organize the hidden or prohibited items.
kompiskahin ang mga iligal na gamit
Related Words
confiscation
The legal process of taking something from a person.
kompiskasyon
Slang Meanings
To celebrate or throw a feast (for an occasion or celebration).
I prepared a buffet for Mark's birthday kompiskahin.
Naghanda ako ng buffet para sa kompiskahin ng kaarawan ni Mark.
A gathering for fun or celebration.
Come on, let's have a kompiskahin at ate's house!
Tara, mag-kompiskahin tayo sa bahay ni ate!