Pagikli (en. Swift)

/pagiˈkli/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A form or characteristic that indicates a fast action or movement.

Because of his swift reaction, he won the game.

Dahil sa pagikli ng kanyang reaksyon, siya ang nanalo sa laro.

Action that is quiet and unhindered.

The swiftness of the birds in the forest seems to bring peace.

Ang pagikli ng mga ibon sa gubat ay tila nagdadala ng kapayapaan.

Derived from the word 'iki' meaning small or simplified.

in an instant

very fast action or result

sa isang iglap

speed

Speed refers to the ease of movement or action.

bilis

to see or meet

Let's pagikli later in front of the school.

Pagikli tayo mamaya sa harap ng school.

to be real or to be genuine

Dude, be pagikli, that's not true!

Dude, pagikli ka naman, hindi yan totoo!

to be alert or sensitive

You need to be pagikli to people's signs.

Kailangan mong maging pagikli sa mga signs ng tao.