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    Presto (en. Quickly)

    ˈprɛstoʊ

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    adverb
    A word that shows a rapid action or change.
    He tidied up his things, and presto, his room was clean.
    Umayos siya ng kanyang mga gamit, at presto, nalinis na ang kanyang silid.
    Used as an interjection to demonstrate an immediate result.
    Just add water, and presto, it becomes soup.
    Magdagdag ka lang ng tubig, at presto, magiging sopas na ito.

    Etymology

    Nagmula sa Italyano

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    presto chango
    An expression used when a sudden change occurs.
    presto chango

    Related Words

    fast
    Indicates the ability to act or change quickly.
    mabilis
    hasty
    Refers to a process or action done in a short time.
    madalian

    Slang Meanings

    A quick change of situation or result
    Presto, he became rich.
    Presto, naging mayaman na siya.
    Done effortlessly
    I cooked dinner in a snap, done right away.
    Nagluto ako ng dinner ng presto lang, tapos na agad.
    Instant or immediate results
    I signed up, and presto! I have access now.
    Nag-sign up ako, at presto! May access na ako.