Pigtasin (en. To cut off)

/piɡ.ta.sin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Removal of a part from something.
Cut the rope to free the animal.
Pigtasin mo ang tali upang makawala ang hayop.
Cutting a part of an object or situation.
Cut the sheet of paper in the middle.
Pigtasin ang suring papel sa gitna.
Separating one thing from another.
Tear the clouds to see the sun.
Pigtasin ang ulap upang makita ang araw.

Etymology

Riverine term

Common Phrases and Expressions

cut the rope
Remove anything tied.
pigtasin ang tali

Related Words

removal
The action or process of removing something.
pagtanggal
cut
The result of cutting or removing a part from something.
putol

Slang Meanings

To remove the strap of pants or shorts.
After a long day, I really want to untie my belt.
Pagtapos ng long day, talagang gusto ko nang pigtasin ang belt ko.
To take a break or relax from stress.
I need to take a break, I have too much on my mind.
Kailangan kong pigtasin ang utak ko, sobrang dami na ng iniisip.
To remove joy or fun.
Oh no, drop the drama, it's becoming too stressful!
Naku, pigtasin mo 'yang drama, nakaka-stress na masyado!