Panghapak (en. Smack)

pang-ha-pak

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A type of attack that involves significant strength or force.

The gust of wind delivered a smack that sent leaves swirling around.

Ang panghapak ng hangin ay nagdala ng mga dahon sa paligid.

A hit or strike that may occur on an object.

The smack of the hammer against the wall resonated with the neighbors.

Ang panghapak ng martilyo sa pader ay umabot sa mga kapitbahay.

A type of sound that comes from a sudden strike.

I heard the smack coming from behind the house.

Narinig ko ang panghapak na nagmula sa likod ng bahay.

derived from the root word 'hapak' meaning 'to strike' or 'to hit'.

smack of a storm

Refers to the strong winds brought by a storm.

panghapak ng bagyo

experiencing a smack

Experiencing a sudden attack or problem.

nakakaranas ng panghapak

hit

The root word meaning 'to strike'.

hapak

slap

A type of smack, usually using the hand.

sampal

A slap or a strong hit

I didn’t expect that slap she gave me! It hurt!

Hindi ko akalain na panghapak ang ginawa niya sa akin! Ang sakit!

Rude or overly direct commentary

Why were your comments so blunt? I was a bit hurt by that.

Bakit ang panghapak ng mga sinabi mo? Medyo tinamaan ako doon.

Over-the-top action or strong reaction

The fighting scene was so intense, the opponent was really scared!

Grabe yung panghapak ng laban nila, talo talaga sa takot ang kalaban!