Mapadikit (en. To stick)

ma-pa-di-kit

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb describing the action of sticking or attaching something.
You need to stick the paper to the wall using glue.
Kailangan mong mapadikit ang papel sa dingding gamit ang pandikit.
An action aimed at sticking or attaching to a part.
The purpose of magnets is to stick them to metals.
Ang layunin ng mga magnet ay mapadikit ang mga ito sa mga metal.
Fitting one thing to another in a way that does not move.
Stickers are designed to stick properly to any surface.
Ang mga sticker ay dinisenyo upang mapadikit nang maayos sa anumang ibabaw.

Etymology

from the root word 'dikit' meaning 'to stick' or 'to hold on'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

stick to the wall
to attach something to the wall
mapadikit sa dingding
stick the sticker
to successfully stick the sticker
mapadikit ang sticker

Related Words

stick
The word refers to the action of sticking or adhering.
dikit
grip
An action related to holding or gripping.
pandiit

Slang Meanings

Stick close
So many are sticking close to him, it's like they can't get away!
Ang dami niyang nakadikit sa kanya, parang hindi maalis-alis!
Staying close together
That's why I didn’t leave, it’s fun just sticking together!
Kaya nga 'di ako umalis, ang saya nakadikit-bikitan lang!
Let's stick together
After the party, let's just stick together at the mall!
Pagkatapos ng party, dikitan na lang tayo sa mall!