Pagsikdo (en. Sudden strike)

/pag-sik-do/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A sudden attack or movement.
The sudden strike of the wind caused fear among the people.
Ang pagsikdo ng hangin ay nagdulot ng takot sa mga tao.
A quick move or reaction.
He displayed a sudden burst of anger upon seeing his friend.
Naglabas siya ng pagsikdo ng galit nang makita ang kanyang kaibigan.
A statement or action that contains strong feelings.
The outburst of his emotions was something he couldn't hide.
Ang pagsikdo ng kanyang damdamin ay hindi niya kayang itago.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'sikdo' meaning sudden force or energy.

Common Phrases and Expressions

outburst of feelings
A sudden expression of emotions.
pagsikdo ng damdamin

Related Words

sudden strike
A quick movement or attack.
sikdo

Slang Meanings

Snap or break up
When he found out she had someone else, she immediately snapped.
Nang malaman niyang may kasama na siya, agad siyang nagsikdo.
Change of mind
They've been together for a week, but she suddenly changed her mind about her decision.
Isang linggo na silang magkasama, pero bigla siyang nagsikdo sa kanyang desisyon.
To get angry or offended
He snapped when his friends laughed at him.
Nagsikdo siya nang tinawanan ng mga kaibigan niya.