Pumihit (en. To pivot)
pu-mi-hit
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of turning the body or part of it around a specific axis.
He pivoted in his chair to see behind.
Siya ay pumihit sa kanyang upuan upang makita ang likod.
Changing direction in an easy or quick manner.
We need to pivot left to speed up our trip.
Kailangan namin pumihit sa kaliwa para mas mapaaga ang aming biyahe.
An action taken to find new opportunities or solutions.
She pivoted in her strategy to improve the business.
Pumihit siya sa kanyang estratehiya upang mas mapabuti ang negosyo.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pivot to the left
Turn or bend to the left direction.
pumihit sa kaliwa
pivot to the right
Turn or bend to the right direction.
pumihit sa kanan
Related Words
pivot
A foreign word referring to the action of turning or changing direction.
pivot
rotation
The process of moving around a center or axis.
pag-ikot
Slang Meanings
to act cool or to try to be cool
It's hot outside, but you seem to be acting cool inside the mall.
Ang init ng panahon, pero para kang pumihit na cool sa loob ng mall.
to stand firm or to be steadfast
You need to stand firm in your decisions, don't be afraid.
Kailangan mong pumihit sa mga desisyon mo, huwag kang matakot.
to show off or to seek attention
Every time he sees someone, he seems to show off to get noticed.
Sa bawat makitang tao, parang lagi siyang pumihit para mapansin.