Magpiket (en. Protest)
/maɡˈpikɛt/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An action referring to the act of showing opposition or demand.
The workers protested to express their disagreement with the new policy.
Nagpiket ang mga manggagawa upang ipahayag ang kanilang hindi pagkakasundo sa bagong patakaran.
The act of protesting on social issues.
The group decided to protest in front of the municipal hall for their rights.
Ang grupo ay nagdesisyon na magpiket sa harap ng munisipyo para sa kanilang mga karapatan.
A way to express feelings or opposing reactions against a situation.
The students will protest outside the school next week.
Ang mga estudyante ay magpiket sa labas ng paaralan sa susunod na linggo.
Etymology
The word 'piket' is derived from a foreign language meaning protest or demonstration.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Protest in front of the offices
Hold a protest at the workplace or office.
Magpiket sa harap ng mga opisina
Protest for rights
Hold a protest to fight for rights.
Magpiket para sa karapatan
Related Words
protest
An action or act where people gather to express their feelings or opposition to an issue.
protesta
demonstration
A public gathering usually held to express opinions or feelings on a specific issue.
demonstrasyon
Slang Meanings
to keep up
Wow, just join in so you can keep up with your friends.
Grabe, magpiket ka na lang para makasabay ka sa mga kalaro mo.
to dive in
Let's dive into the game, no backing out now!
Magpiket na tayo sa laro, wala nang atrasan!
to go along with trends
If you want to be popular, you need to go along with the trending things.
Kung gusto mo maging sikat, magpiket ka sa mga trending gawin.