Kumpiskahin (en. To confiscate)
/kum.pis.ka.hin/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
Expressed action of taking possession of someone's property, often by law.
Confiscate illegal equipment from non-compliant traders.
Kumpiskahin ang mga ilegal na kagamitan mula sa mga hindi sumusunod na negosyante.
Taking property as a penalty or correction.
Confiscate items obtained through fraud.
Kumpiskahin ang mga bagay na nakuha mula sa pandaraya.
Etymology
from the word 'kumpiska' meaning to take possession of someone's property.
Common Phrases and Expressions
confiscate the riches
take the belongings of the wealthy or guilty.
kumpiskahin ang mga yaman
Related Words
confiscation
the act of taking someone's property, often relating to laws.
kumpiska
confiscator
a person who has the power to confiscate or seize illegal products.
kumpiskador
Slang Meanings
There you go, you are the best!
Show him your talent!
Kumpiskahin mo na siya sa talento mo!
Nothing good was stolen!
Just take away your dreams.
Kumpiskahin mo na lang ang mga pangarap mo.