Pugunero (en. Striker)
pu-guh-ne-ro
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who regularly participates in a fight or conflict.
He is a pugilist known for his bravery and strength.
Siya ay isang pugunero na kilala sa kanyang tapang at lakas.
A term also used in sports, especially in boxing.
The pugilist has received many awards in his boxing career.
Ang pugunero ay nagtamo ng maraming gantimpala sa kanyang karera sa boksing.
A person skilled at fighting or wrestling.
He trained with his coach to become a good pugilist.
Nagsanay siya kasama ang kanyang coach upang maging isang mahusay na pugunero.
Etymology
The term 'pugunero' comes from the Spanish word 'pugno' which means to strike or suppress.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pugilist in the ring
A pugilist who participates in boxing matches or fighting rings.
pugunero sa ring
to become a pugilist
Entering the world of fighting or boxing.
maging pugunero
Related Words
boxing
A sport involving the fighting of two people using their fists.
boksing
mixed martial arts
A type of sport that combines various fighting disciplines.
mixed martial arts
Slang Meanings
someone who loves to laugh
Wow, you're such a pugunero! I laughed again at your story!
Grabe, ang pugunero mo! Natawa na naman ako sa kwento mo!
cheerful person
They are the puguneros in class, they're always finding reasons to laugh.
Sila ang mga pugunero sa klase, lagi silang may dahilan para tumawa.
jokester
He is really the pugunero of the group, he never runs out of jokes!
Siya talaga ang pugunero ng barkada, hindi siya nawawalan ng pang-uri!