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    Lagutok (en. Crack)

    la-gu-tok

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The sound caused by breaking or knocking.
    They heard the crack of a branch as the wind teased it.
    Narinig nila ang lagutok ng sanga habang tumutokso ang hangin.
    A noise associated with the breaking of an object.
    The crack of breaking glass reached her ears.
    Ang lagutok ng basag na salamin ay umabot sa kanyang pandinig.
    verb
    The process of creating sound through breaking or banging.
    Crack the eggs before frying them.
    Lagutokin mo ang itlog bago ito iprito.

    Etymology

    The word 'lagutok' comes from 'laget' meaning 'to knock' or 'a hit'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Crack of ice
    The sound of ice breaking.
    Lagutok ng yelo

    Related Words

    crack (verb)
    Refers to the process of creating sound.
    lagutok (pandiwa)

    Slang Meanings

    Explosion or popping, often used in festive occasions.
    Because of the party vibe, fireworks are popping all around!
    Dahil sa ndikasyon ng party, lagutok ang mga paputok sa paligid!
    Resentment or anger, commonly used when something bad happens.
    I have resentment for him because of the wrong he did.
    May lagutok ako sa kanya dahil sa ginawa niyang hindi maganda.