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    Pagsabukay (en. Attempt)

    /pɐg.sə.bu.kɐj/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    An action or process of trying or striving to achieve something.
    His attempt to enter the university was successful.
    Ang kanyang pagsabukay na pumasok sa unibersidad ay nagtagumpay.
    The result of a trial that was either successful or not.
    His attempt showed his determination.
    Ipinakita ng kanyang pagsabukay ang kanyang determinasyon.

    Etymology

    From the root word 'sabak' meaning 'to fight' or 'to test'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    attempt at opportunity
    The attempt to seize an opportunity to achieve a goal.
    pagsabukay ng pagkakataon

    Related Words

    sabak
    The process of engaging in a fight or trial.
    sabak

    Slang Meanings

    sudden or unexpected turn of events
    Everything changed when the twist of fate came into his life.
    Nagbago ang lahat nang dumating ang pagsabukay sa buhay niya.
    unexpected challenge
    I didn't expect this challenge at my job.
    Di ko inasahan ang pagsabukay na ito sa trabaho ko.