Panghataw (en. To collide)

/paŋ.ha.taw/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that describes a quick and vigorous act.
The athletes are colliding quickly at the final part of the race.
Ang mga atleta ay panghataw ng mabilis sa huling bahagi ng karera.
Expressing the hitting or meeting of two things in a fast manner.
The vehicle collided in front of the store.
Ang sasakyan ay panghataw sa harap ng tindahan.

Etymology

from the root word 'hataw' which means 'to happen' or 'to move actively'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Colliding in battle
The vigorous participation in a competition.
Panghataw sa laban

Related Words

hataw
An action done quickly or the execution of something with force.
hataw

Slang Meanings

having a bad attitude
His hostility towards people is unacceptable.
Ang panghataw niya sa mga tao ay hindi katanggap-tanggap.
behavior with a bad boy attitude
He became a troublemaker when he met his clique.
Naging panghataw siya noong nakilala niya ang barkada niya.
rebellious
Don't act up since the teacher is just around.
Huwag kang panghataw kasi nariyan lang ang guro.
quick reaction to anger
Last night, he lashed out when he saw someone 'AR'ing on social media.
Kagabi, panghataw siya nung nakita niyang may nag-AR na sa social media.