Magigi (en. To bite)
/maˈɡiɡi/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of biting.
When his grandfather fell, he will bite it.
Nang mahulog ang kanyang lolong, magigi siya dito.
The action of chewing or inserting teeth into something.
He will bite the apple he chose.
Magigi siya ng mansanas na pinili niya.
The act of an animal or person biting another object.
The dog will bite his foot out of fear.
Magigi ng aso ang kanyang talampakan dahil sa takot.
Etymology
from the root word 'gigi'
Common Phrases and Expressions
To bite with teeth
Chewing food using the teeth.
Magigi ng ngipin
Related Words
tooth
One of the parts of the mouth used for biting.
ngipin
bite
The result of biting.
kagat
Slang Meanings
to act cool or to joke around
He's not like them, always trying to be cool in the group even though he's not funny.
Di parang siya, laging magigi sa grupo kahit di naman nakakatawa.
to become a trend or popular
That TikTok dance is definitely going to be a hit among the youth!
Siguradong magigi 'yang tiktok dance na 'yan sa mga kabataan!
to turn out great or impressive
Once I finish this, the song I've recorded is going to be awesome!
Pag natapos ko na 'to, magigi na ang nirecord kong kanta!