Mamukod (en. To stand out)

mɑmuˈkɔd

Meaning & Definition

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verb
Choose or decide to be independent.
He decided to stand out in a different town to study.
Nagpasya siyang mamukod sa ibang bayan upang makapag-aral.
To be unique or distinct from others.
His talent emphasized his ability to stand out from other artists.
Ang kanyang talento ay nagbigay-diin upang siya ay mamukod sa iba pang mga artista.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'bukod' which means separate or independent.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to stand out from others
to be different or unique compared to others
mamukod sa iba

Related Words

separate
Means separate or independent.
bukod
unique
Has a distinctive trait that is unlike others.
natatangi

Slang Meanings

alone
I want to be alone in a corner of the house to rest.
Nais kong mamukod sa isang sulok ng bahay para magpahinga.
be resilient
You really need to stand firm and be resilient through life's challenges.
Kailangan mo talagang mamukod at magpaka-tatag sa mga pagsubok ng buhay.
avoid the group
Sometimes you need to step away and avoid the group to think clearly.
Minsan kailangan mo ring mamukod at umiwas sa grupo para makapag-isip ng mabuti.