Panghimasukan (en. Infiltration)

/paŋhiˈmasu.kan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of entering or crossing into a place, often occurring through unsafe means.
The infiltration of thieves into the house caused fear among the residents.
Ang panghimasukan ng mga magnanakaw sa bahay ay naging sanhi ng takot sa mga residente.
An action intended to enter a system or organization unnoticed.
The infiltration of hackers into the company's network is a serious issue.
Ang panghimasukan ng mga hacker sa network ng kumpanya ay isang seryosong isyu.
Entry into a group or community through secretive means.
The infiltration of the new member became controversial in the organization.
Ang panghimasukan ng bagong kasapi ay naging kontrobersyal sa samahan.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'himas' meaning 'to touch' or 'to stroke' with the affix 'pang-' indicating action or process.

Common Phrases and Expressions

enemy infiltration
Describes the action of enemies entering a place or territory.
panghimasukan ng kaaway
security breach
Refers to any security violation where there is unauthorized entry.
panghimasukan sa seguridad

Related Words

touch
An action of holding or stroking, usually in a gentle manner.
himas
enter
The action of entering something or a place.
pasukin

Slang Meanings

Interfering in someone else's private life.
Why does he always meddle in my life?
Bakit lagi nalang siya ang nanghimasok sa buhay ko?
Interference in a situation or conversation.
He absolutely hates being involved in the conversation of the elders.
Ayaw na ayaw niyang panghimasukan 'yong usapan ng mga matatanda.