Panaksak (en. Flattening)

/paˈnaksak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process or action of flattening or pressing down.
The flattening of the ground in construction projects is important.
Ang panaksak ng lupa sa mga proyekto ng konstruksiyon ay mahalaga.
A type of tool used to flatten something.
He used a flattening tool to properly level the ground.
Gumamit siya ng panaksak upang maayos na i-level ang lupa.

Etymology

From the root word 'sak' meaning 'to drop' or 'to strike'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

flattening of voice
Having authority in a voice that adds weight or prominence.
panaksak ng boses

Related Words

stab
An action of thrusting or piercing one thing into another.
saksak

Slang Meanings

Speaking harshly or becoming grumpy.
Why is your tone so harsh? It's like you just snapped.
Bakit ang sama ng tono ng boses mo? Parang nagpanaksak ka.
Running fast or in a hurry.
Hurry up, I'm getting caught, let's dash!
Pabilis, nahuhuli na ako, panaksak na tayo!
A sudden explosion of emotions, often losing one's temper.
He snapped in anger and his words were harsh.
Kumagat siya sa galit at panaksak ang kanyang mga salita.