Padanakin (en. To be a descendant)

/padaˈna.kɪn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to be a child or heir of someone.
They are descendants of famous artists.
Sila ay padanakin ng mga tanyag na artista.
The transmission of traits from parents to their children.
The child's physical traits are descended from his father.
Ang mga pisikal na katangian ng bata ay padanakin mula sa kanyang ama.
The passing of culture or tradition from one generation to the next.
Their customs are descended from their ancestors.
Ang kanilang mga kaugalian ay padanakin mula sa kanilang mga ninuno.

Etymology

from the words 'pada' and 'nakin'

Common Phrases and Expressions

descendants
people who are children or heirs
mga padanakin

Related Words

ancestors
previous generations involved in lineage or family.
kanununuan

Slang Meanings

Very annoyed or angry
I'm so padanakin at him because all he did was be rude.
Padanakin na ako sa kanya kasi wala siyang ginawa kundi mang-bastos.
Very disappointed
I'm so padanakin with my exam results, I thought I would have a high score.
Padanakin ako sa resulta ng exam ko, akala ko mataas ang score ko.
Lifeless or dull
The party is so boring, I'm just padanakin here!
Ang boring ng party, padanakin lang ako dito!