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    Pumakli (en. To move fast)

    /puˈmakli/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A fast or vigorous action or movement.
    Move quickly in running, because we are getting left behind!
    Pumakli ka sa pagtakbo, kasi nahuhuli na tayo!
    To take a sudden step or action.
    You need to move quickly so you won't run out of time.
    Kailangan mong pumakli upang hindi ka mahuli ng oras.
    To begin an activity with determination.
    He quickly started working on his project before the deadline.
    Pumakli siya sa paggawa ng kanyang proyekto bago ang deadline.

    Etymology

    The term 'pumakli' originates from the root word 'kakli', which means 'to act' or 'to commence' in a specific manner.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Move quickly!
    Hurry up!
    Pumakli ka na!

    Related Words

    to go
    A verb meaning 'to leave towards a place'.
    pumunta
    fast
    An adjective meaning 'the quality of being fast'.
    mabilis

    Slang Meanings

    to find a faster way
    He is looking for a way to cut through the traffic.
    Naghahanap siya ng paraan para pumakli sa traffic.
    quickly change one's mind
    His mind is so chaotic, it's like he's just cutting through decisions.
    Ang gulo ng isip niya, parang pumakli lang sa desisyon.
    thin or easy
    You should cut through when the situation isn't hard.
    Dapat kang pumakli pag hindi mahirap ang sitwasyon.