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    Pagpukpok (en. Striking)

    /pagˈpuk.pok/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The action of having a strong impact on something through striking.
    The hammering caused large holes in the wood.
    Ang pagpukpok ng martilyo ay nagdulot ng malalaking butas sa kahoy.
    A way of creating sound by hitting something.
    The drumming added life to their music.
    Ang pagpukpok ng mga drum ay nagbigay-buhay sa kanilang musika.

    Etymology

    A root word derived from *pukpok*, meaning 'to strike' or 'to hit'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hammering
    A specific example of striking using a hammer as a tool.
    pagpukpok ng martilyo

    Related Words

    strike
    The root word that provides the primary meaning to actions of multiple impacts.
    pukpok

    Slang Meanings

    a slap or hit to the face forcefully
    When they were fighting, he suddenly slapped his opponent in the face.
    Nang nag-aaway sila, bigla siyang nagpukpok sa mukha ng kaaway niya.
    to kick or push with force
    His anger erupted and he slammed the door.
    Pumutok ang kanyang galit at siya'y nagpukpok ng pintuan.
    to reach significant effects or results
    His decisions led to a huge change in the company.
    Ang kanyang mga desisyon ay nagpukpok ng malaking pagbabago sa kumpanya.