Manghimasok (en. Interferer)
/maŋ.hi.ma.sok/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of entering or crossing into a place without being invited or outside one's right.
The person demonstrated the behavior of an intruder in their conversation.
Ipinakita ng tao ang ugali ng manghimasok sa kanilang pag-uusap.
Interfering in a situation or conversation where one should not be involved.
As an intruder, he brought tension to their discussions.
Bilang isang manghimasok, siya ay nagdala ng tensyon sa kanilang mga usapan.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'himas' meaning 'to stick' or 'to intrude without permission'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to intrude in a conversation
to enter into a conversation uninvited
manghimasok sa usapan
Related Words
touch
Gentle or non-intrusive contact.
himas
interference
The act of obstructing or disturbing a process or situation.
interferensya
Slang Meanings
Gift from an unexpected visitor.
It's fine to intrude, but I don't really like it when someone unexpectedly shows up at home.
Ayos lang ang manghimasok, pero parang ayaw ko ng biglang may dumating na tao sa bahay.
Interfering in someone else's life.
Don't intrude in our conversations; you're not part of it.
Huwag kang manghimasok sa mga usapan namin, hindi ka naman kasali.
Showing up at places where you're not expected.
It's like you just intruded into the party, you didn't even get an invitation.
Parang manghimasok ka lang sa party, wala ka namang imbitasyon.