Pasiklabin (en. Ignite)

/pɐsikˈlabin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of igniting or sparking fire.
Ignite the fire so it can rise quickly.
Pasiklabin mo ang apoy upang mas mabilis itong umangat.
An order to make fire or light quickly.
Ignite the lamp if it gets dark.
Pasiklabin mo ang lampara kung madilim na.
Making something more lively or spirited.
We should ignite our project with new ideas.
Dapat nating pasiklabin ang ating proyekto sa pamamagitan ng mga bagong ideya.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'siklab' which means an explosion or a flare of flames.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Ignite the fire
Provide the hottest flare or ignition.
Pasiklabin ang apoy
Ignite the feelings
Awaken emotions or evoke intense feelings.
Pasiklabin ang damdamin

Related Words

flare
The sudden spark or outburst of fire.
siklab
fire
A substance that emits light and heat due to combustion.
apoy

Slang Meanings

show off
Show them what you've got in the talent show, I want to see what you can do!
Pasiklabin mo sila sa talent show, gusto kong makita kung anong kaya mong gawin!
display your skills
You should show off your dance moves on stage!
Dapat pasiklabin mo yung dance moves mo sa stage!
make a buzz
He wants to make a buzz with his new album.
Gusto niyang pasiklabin ang lahat sa bagong album niya.
be the center of attention
Just show off to your classmates during the presentation.
Pasiklabin mo na lang ang mga kaklase mo sa presentation.