Liklik (en. Tilt)

lik-lik

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A position or state that is tilted or slanted.
The tilt of the table causes disruption to the items on it.
Ang liklik ng mesa ay nagdudulot ng abala sa mga gamit na nasa ibabaw nito.
verb
The action of turning or slanting from a direction.
Due to the strong winds, the boat tilted towards the side.
Dahil sa malakas na hangin, ang bangka ay liklik na patungo sa tabi.

Etymology

From the word 'lik', meaning side or lateral

Common Phrases and Expressions

tilted thinking
A way of thinking that focuses on the details or angles of a situation.
liklik na pag-iisip

Related Words

side
Root word meaning side or part.
lik

Slang Meanings

Hiding or taking cover in a tight space.
Just go hide there so you won't be seen.
Liklik ka na lang dyan para hindi ka makita.
Avoiding a person or situation one doesn't want to face.
He/she dodged the questions about their relationship.
Liklik siya mula sa mga tanong tungkol sa relasyon nila.
To act quietly and inconspicuously.
You should just act quietly so the teachers won't notice you.
Dapat liklik ka lang para hindi ka mapansin ng mga guro.