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    Pukpukin (en. To hit)

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    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A form of action that refers to the act of striking or pounding.
    Hit the wood to make it smooth.
    Pukpukin mo ang kahoy upang ito'y mapino.
    The process of applying meaningful force to something.
    Pound the nail using the hammer.
    Pukpukin ang pako gamit ang martilyo.
    Performing a repetitive action that often involves loud noise.
    He repeatedly banged the table to get everyone's attention.
    Pukpukin niya nang paulit-ulit ang mesa para makuha ang atensyon ng lahat.

    Etymology

    Root word: 'pukpok'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    pound the nails
    You are performing carpentry work or hammering in nails.
    pukpukin ang mga pako

    Related Words

    pound
    Refers to the action of striking one thing against another.
    pukpok
    hammer
    A tool used for applying force for striking or pounding.
    martilyo

    Slang Meanings

    To burst open, or unexpectedly happen.
    My mind burst open when I heard that!
    Ang utak ko pukpukin nung narinig ko 'yun!
    Quick scoring or achieving something.
    Nail it quickly to get that trophy!
    Pukpukin mo yan para makuha mo agad ang trophy!
    To hit or strike hard.
    Hit the notes hard when you get the chance.
    Pukpukin mo na yung letra kapag may pagkakataon.