Makapangati (en. To cause itchiness)

/makapangati/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Able to cause itchiness on the skin.
Flowers may cause itchiness to people with allergies.
Ang mga bulaklak ay maaaring makapangati sa mga taong may allergy.
Indicates that there might be a reason or cause for itching.
Some chemicals can cause itching when touched.
Ang ilang mga kemikal ay makapangati kapag nahawakan.
Refers to a general cause or condition that leads to itching.
Wearing overly tight clothing can cause itching.
Ang pagsusuot ng masyadong masikip na damit ay makapangati.

Etymology

From the root of the word 'kati' which means 'itching of the skin'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the skin causes itchiness
accompanied by irritation or itching.
makapangati ang balat

Related Words

itching
The condition of the skin where there is itchiness.
kati

Slang Meanings

Brat or troublemaker
My annoying brother just keeps getting into trouble.
Yung kapatid kong makapangati, walang ginawa kundi magpahamak.
Irritating or annoying
The weather is so hot, it's tempting to be a nuisance!
Ang init ng panahon, ang sarap magpakapangati!
Weirdly rude
He's such a nuisance at parties, always in the spotlight.
Sobrang makapangati siya sa mga party, palaging nasa eksena.