Sagpang (en. Bite)
/saɡ.paŋ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of chewing or biting something.
The dog bit its toy.
Ang aso ay nag-sagpang ng kanyang laruan.
Performing an attack using teeth or sharp parts.
He bit into the fallen fruits.
Siya ay nag-sagpang sa mga nahulugang prutas.
Etymology
Tagalog word
Common Phrases and Expressions
snake bite
A snake's bite causing pain or danger.
sagpang ng ahas
Related Words
bite
A type of bite, commonly used for human or animal.
kagat
Slang Meanings
To bite or attack, usually in the context of fighting or a brawl.
When he got hurt, he started attacking everyone around him.
Nung nasaktan siya, sagpang siya ng sagpang sa lahat ng kasama niya.
To charge or advance suddenly, especially in a situation.
When the teacher got angry, the students rushed out of the classroom.
Nang magalit ang guro, sagpang ang mga estudyante sa labas ng classroom.
To react too aggressively or to be hotheaded.
Why are you so aggressive? Just chill!
Bakit sagpang ka ng sagpang? Chill lang!