Pakid (en. Kidnap)

ˈpäkid

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of abducting a person, often with the intention of demanding ransom.
Kidnapping is a serious matter that should not be taken lightly.
Ang pakid ay isang masayang tale na hindi dapat gawing biro.
A type of crime that involves seizing a person.
Most cases of kidnapping end with a monetary demand.
Karamihan sa mga kaso ng pakid ay nagtatapos sa pamamagitan ng paghingi ng salapi.

Etymology

from the English word 'kidnap' meaning to take or seize without permission.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to carry out a kidnapping.
to execute or perform an abduction.
magpakid

Related Words

victim
A person who became a target of kidnapping.
biktima
guardianship
The act of protecting people from kidnapping.
pangangalaga

Slang Meanings

Just pass me my cellphone!
Just do it, plug it into the charger.
Pakid na lang, ikarga mo sa charger.
Just pass me some water, please.
Can you please pass me some water, I'm really thirsty.
Pakid mo nga ako ng tubig, nauuhaw na ako.