Sagunson (en. To imply/indicate)

/saˈɡunson/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to point or indicate something to others.
The teacher intentionally implies the correct answer to the students.
Sinasadyang sagunson ng guro ang tamang sagot sa mga estudyante.
The expression of a concept or idea in a way that is not direct through words or actions.
His smile is an indication of his happiness.
Ang kanyang ngiti ay sagunson ng kanyang kasiyahan.

Etymology

From the word 'sagun' meaning 'to connect' or 'to link'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

indication of signs
signs that give hints about something
sagunson ng mga palatandaan

Related Words

hint
A message or sign that describes an idea that is not explicitly stated.
pahiwatig

Slang Meanings

kid or child without self-confidence
My sagunson always gets overlooked in games.
Ang sagunson ko, lagi na lang tayong nalalampasan sa mga laro.
person who finds it hard to socialize
Mark is such a sagunson; he looks awkward around people.
Si Mark, sagunson yang, mukha yatang nahihiya pag may tao.
crying in a way that's not very serious
Refusing to back down, but that sagunson of his came out.
Ayaw magpatalo, pero ung sagunson niya pumatak.