Patamaan (en. Targeting)

pa-ta-ma-an

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A word used to describe the action of hitting or targeting something.

The targeting of his message should reach the right person.

Ang patamaan ng kanyang mensahe ay dapat umabot sa tamang tao.

A type of game or contest where the goal is to hit a specific target.

In targeting, the players must be precise in their aim.

Sa patamaan, ang mga manlalaro ay kailangang tumpak sa kanilang mga pag-target.

root word: tama

target to the heart

A message that directly affects or resonates with a person's emotions.

patama sa puso

hit

The action of hitting or targeting that encompasses various contexts.

tama

goal

An intention or objective that can serve as the basis for targeting.

layunin

Straightforward answer or remark without beating around the bush.

There it is again, he's throwing shade at those who are ignoring him in the group chat.

Ayun, patamaan na naman siya sa mga hindi nagpapansin sa kanya sa group chat.

Feelings or viewpoints that are passed onto others, usually about things that are not really intended to be discussed.

Your post seems like a jab at your ex, doesn’t it?

Yung post mo parang patamaan sa ex mo, di ba?

Conversations that often come with a sprinkle of sarcasm or teasing.

It's just a roast, friends, chill out!

Patamaan lang naman 'yan, mga bes, chill lang!