Matsete (en. Machete)
ma-tse-te
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of large knife used for cutting branches and other items.
He used a machete to cut the branches of the tree.
Gumamit siya ng matsete upang putulin ang mga sanga ng puno.
A tool often used in agriculture and landscaping.
The machete is an important tool in farming.
Ang matsete ay mahalagang kasangkapan sa pagsasaka.
A sturdy knife also used in warfare or self-defense.
In some cultures, the machete is used as a weapon.
Sa ilang mga kultura, ang matsete ay ginagamit bilang sandata.
Etymology
Derived from the Spanish word 'machete'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Machete on the back
Indicates that a person has been injured with a machete.
Matsete sa likod
Related Words
swing
The use of a machete in manipulating branches or grass.
wagwag
sword
A type of knife similar to the machete, but smaller.
sundang
Slang Meanings
Hide or return to the government or employee (like a captain supporting a higher official).
Just matsete so the approval process for projects will be faster.
Matsete ka na lang para maging mas mabilis ang proseso ng pag-apruba sa mga proyekto.
Chill out or relax.
Dude, just matsete for a bit and chill outside.
Dude, matsete ka muna at magpahinga sa labas.
Be quiet or practice self-discipline.
Before you complain, just matsete first and think of the right solution.
Bago ka magreklamo, matsete ka muna at isipin ang tamang solusyon.