Mandaragit (en. Hunter)

man-da-ra-git

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who hastily or actively seeks a victim for their own benefit.
The hunter is always alert in the area to find the easiest target.
Ang mandaragit ay laging alerto sa paligid upang mahanap ang pinakamadaling target.
A person who acts cruelly to gain power or wealth.
The predator in his business is willing to do anything for money.
Ang mandaragit sa kanyang negosyo ay handang gawin ang lahat para sa pera.

Etymology

derived from the word 'darag' related to cruelty.

Common Phrases and Expressions

predator of wealth
A person who deliberately seeks opportunities to seize the wealth of others.
mandaragit ng yaman

Related Words

extortion
The process of obtaining property or wealth in an unjust manner.
panghuhuthot

Slang Meanings

Observer or stalker
He's always around, like a predator! I should leave.
Lagi na lang siyang nandiyan, parang mandaragit! Dapat umalis na ako.
Aggressive suitor
Wow, that Mike! He's like a predator when courting, no one is safe from him.
Grabe 'yang si Mike! Parang mandaragit sa panliligaw, wala tayong ligtas sa kanya.
A person who is fearless in challenges
He's really the predator in life, always ready for any fight.
Siya talaga ang mandaragit sa buhay, palaging handa sa lahat ng laban.