Pumadyak (en. To tread)

/puˈma.djak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A movement that refers to the sudden lifting of a foot and putting it down on the ground.
The child stomped on the floor in anger.
Ang bata ay pumadyak sa sahig sa galit.
The act of stepping or treading on something.
He stomped on the dirt to shake it off his shoes.
Pumadyak siya sa dumi upang mawala ang dumi sa kanyang sapatos.
A type of movement often expressing anger or frustration.
She rushed and stomped her feet in lack of patience.
Nagmamadali siya at pumadyak ng kanyang mga paa sa kakulangan ng pasensya.

Etymology

Originates from the word 'padyak' which refers to a forceful step or ascent.

Common Phrases and Expressions

stomp energetically
To stomp energetically, usually in rhythm or as a form of expression.
pumadyak ng masigla
stomp in anger
To stomp in anger, indicating frustration or upset.
pumadyak sa galit

Related Words

padyak
The word 'padyak' refers to the action of quick stepping.
padyak
hakbang
It refers to a unit of movement of the foot or body.
hakbang

Slang Meanings

to dance or move quickly to music
Because of the beat of the song, everyone started moving at the party.
Dahil sa beat ng kanta, pumadyak ang lahat sa party.
to show off or make attention-grabbing movements
He danced in front of many people to get their attention.
Pumadyak siya sa harap ng maraming tao para makuha ang atensyon nila.
to join in or mingle with a group
When they had a party, I joined in to be part of the fun.
Nung nag-party sila, pumadyak din ako para makasama sa saya.