Mamuwisit (en. To annoy)

ma-mu-wi-sit

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that describes causing disturbance or inconvenience to someone.
Crossing the street carelessly will annoy drivers.
Ang tumawid ng kalsada nang walang pag-iingat ay mamuwisit sa mga nagmamaneho.
Having an eagerness or interest in something that may cause disturbance.
The kids seem to annoy their busy parents.
Nagmumukhang mamuwisit ang mga bata sa kanilang abalang mga magulang.

Etymology

from the word 'wisit' which means 'regret' or 'offense'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Annoy already!
Act quickly!
Mamuwisit ka na!

Related Words

wisit
Means regret or mistake that may cause disturbance.
wisit
pagsisisi
The feeling of doubt or regret about an action taken.
pagsisisi

Slang Meanings

to tease or cause trouble
Who is that annoying person? They are always causing chaos.
Sino ba 'yang mamuwisit na 'yan? Puro nalang gulo ang ginagawa.
a pesky or troublesome person
Wait, I can't handle that annoying child!
Teka, hindi ko mahandle 'yang mamuwisit na bata na 'yan!
throwing a tantrum
Refusing to go, causing a scene and shouting in the street.
Ayaw sumama, mamuwisit na naman at nagwiwika sa kalsada.