Panghampas (en. Striker)

/paŋˈham.pas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An object used to strike or hit something or someone.
He used the striker to break the door.
Ginamit niya ang panghampas upang sirain ang pinto.
Type of instrument or tool that serves as a striker.
There are many types of strikers in the warehouse for different tasks.
Maraming uri ng panghampas sa bodega para sa iba't ibang gawain.

Etymology

Root word: hampas

Common Phrases and Expressions

wave strike
The strong waves hitting the shore.
panghampas ng dagat

Related Words

strike
The act of hitting an object or person using any striker.
hampas

Slang Meanings

slap or hit
The hit on him really showed hard work.
Ang panghampas sa kanya ay nagpadama ng sipag talaga.
stab (sword) or machete
His machete hit is just so smooth!
Yung panghampas ng itak niya, parang napaka-smooth lang!
a hit or whack from a hard object
He can't handle the hit from the book on his head!
Hindi niya kaya ang panghampas ng libro sa ulo niya!