Putakti (en. Wasp)

/puˈtak.ti/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of insect with a long body and typically a sharp end.
The wasp often loves sweet food.
Ang putakti ay madalas na mahilig sa matatamis na pagkain.
An insect known for the diseases it can carry.
Due to wasp stings, we need to be careful.
Dahil sa mga kagat ng putakti, kailangan nating maging maingat.
A type of parasite that can cause irritation or danger to humans.
Sometimes, the wasp persists around people and causes concern.
Minsan, ang putakti ay nagpapatuloy sa mga tao at nagiging sanhi ng alalahanin.

Etymology

Ang salitang 'putakti' ay nagmula sa Tagalog na tumutukoy sa isang uri ng insekto.

Common Phrases and Expressions

like a wasp
fierce or strict behavior
katulad ng putakti

Related Words

ant
A type of insect that works together and exists in large groups.
langgam
spider
An arachnid with eight legs that builds webs.
gagamba

Slang Meanings

A series of annoying shouts or calls.
Oh my, she threw so many putakti at me earlier, it felt like she wouldn't leave me alone!
Naku, ang dami niyang putakti sa akin kanina, parang ayaw akong tantanan!
A name given to people who like to meddle.
Juan is like a putakti, he's always butting into conversations.
Si Juan ay parang isang putakti, lagi na lang kasi siyang nakikisawsaw sa usapan.
Looks lively or cheerful, often causing disruption.
When Maria comes in, she’s like a putakti, she gets everything moving!
Si Maria, kapag pumapasok, parang putakti, lahat ginagalaw niya!