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    Kumatok (en. Knock)

    /kumatok/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    Make a sound on a door or any surface by hitting.
    She knocked on the door before entering.
    Kumatok siya sa pinto bago pumasok.
    Give a signal or indication by hitting.
    He knocked to show he was there.
    Kumatok siya upang ipakita na nandiyan siya.
    Respond to anyone calling or seeking attention.
    He knocked on my mind when I heard his name.
    Kumatok siya sa aking isipan nang marinig ko ang pangalan niya.

    Etymology

    The word 'kumatok' is derived from the root word 'tawag' meaning to knock or to act forcefully.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    knock on the door
    to seek recognition or permission to enter
    kumatok sa pinto

    Related Words

    top
    Indicates the part of the door or wall that needs to be knocked.
    tuktok

    Slang Meanings

    a loud sound or bang when something hits
    The cat knocked loudly on the door, I thought it was a person.
    Ang lakas ng kumatok ng pusa sa pintuan, akala ko tao na.
    to react or feel something strongly upon noticing
    My heart skipped a beat when I saw him pass by.
    Kumatok ang puso ko nang makita ko siyang dumaan.
    to connect or chat
    Just hit me up on Messenger if you want to talk!
    Kumatok ka na lang sa messanger kung gusto mong mag-usap!