Magpadagusdos (en. To lean against)
mag-pa-da-gus-dos
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of sticking or placing a body or body part against something.
Lean against the wall if you're having trouble standing.
Magpadagusdos ka sa pader kung nahihirapan kang tumayo.
Method of lifting or supporting using the body against something.
You need to lean against something if you have a backache.
Kailangan mong magpadagusdos kapag may sakit sa likod.
The action of leaning for help or support with the body.
Lean against your classmate while studying.
Magpadagusdos ka sa kaklase mo habang nag-aaral.
Etymology
tagalog
Common Phrases and Expressions
lean against the wall
the act of sticking or saving balance while standing
magpadagusdos sa dingding
Related Words
dagusdos
Derived from the root 'dagus' meaning to stick or lean.
dagusdos
Slang Meanings
to experience disturbance or disruption
There were so many people at the wedding, it was like the guests just crashed the buffet!
Ang daming tao sa kasal, parang nagpadagusdos yung mga bisita sa buffet!
to show off or join in the fun
Mark always crashes parties, even if he isn't invited!
Laging nagpadagusdos si Mark sa mga party, kahit di siya invited!