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    Salungkawit (en. Hook)

    /saluŋˈkawit/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A tool with a handle that ends in a curved tip.
    He used a hook to pull the fallen object from the river.
    Gumamit siya ng salungkawit upang hilahin ang nahulog na bagay mula sa ilog.
    An item used in fishing.
    The hook is essential for fishermen to catch fish.
    Mahalaga ang salungkawit sa mga mangingisda para sa paghuli ng isda.

    Etymology

    From the root word 'salung' meaning 'to catch' and 'kawit' meaning 'hook'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hook of fate
    A chance that could bring good fortune.
    salungkawit ng kapalaran

    Related Words

    catch
    The act of retrieving using a hook.
    salungin
    hook
    A common type of hook used in various tools.
    kawit

    Slang Meanings

    A hook of joy or happiness.
    I feel like a salungkawit right now because we won the game!
    Parang salungkawit ang saya ko ngayon dahil nanalo tayo sa laro!
    A joyful connection or friendship.
    Our salungkawit with friends is really noticeable.
    Ang salungkawit natin sa mga kaibigan ay talagang kapansin-pansin.