Magpindong (en. To poke)

/mag-pin-dong/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of applying pressure with a finger or any object.
Poke the button to turn on the light.
Magpindong ka sa button para buksan ang ilaw.
Making a smaller movement that can catch someone's attention.
He hurriedly poked his friend to get her attention.
Nagmamadali siyang magpindong sa kanyang kaibigan upang makuha ang pansin nito.
A way to move to inform or interact.
Poke the screen if you want to message.
Magpindong ka sa screen kung nais mong mag-message.

Common Phrases and Expressions

poke a message
send a message by poking.
magpindong ng mensahe

Related Words

press
The action of pressing or affecting an object with the hand or finger.
pindot
movement
A type of behavior or action.
galaw

Slang Meanings

to soak in water
Soak already so you won't feel hot!
Magpindong ka na para hindi ka mainit!
to relax
You need to chill and take a little rest.
Kailangan mo ng magpindong at magpahinga ng konti.
to take a break
Don't worry, just take a break there!
Wag kang mag-alala, magpindong ka lang dyan!