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    Salungkitin (en. To scoop)

    /sɑluŋˈkitɪn/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The term 'salungkitin' refers to the action of taking or catching something using the hand or a tool.
    You should scoop the fruits from the tree.
    Salungkitin mo ang mga prutas mula sa puno.
    The term 'salungkitin' can describe the act of lifting something that is underneath or in a difficult position.
    You need to scoop up the trash under the table.
    Kailangan mong salungkitin ang mga basurang nasa ilalim ng mesa.

    Etymology

    Composed of the root 'salungkit' and the suffix '-in'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    scoop the banana
    Get a banana from the tree.
    salungkitin ang saging

    Related Words

    scoop
    The root word of 'salungkitin' meaning 'to catch or hold using the hand'.
    salungkit

    Slang Meanings

    Get a little or with little force
    Just salungkit your coins from your pocket.
    Salungkitin mo na lang yung mga barya sa bulsa mo.
    Make a small action to get what you want
    Just salungkit the last piece of pizza before it's gone!
    Salungkitin mo na yung last piece sa pizza before maubos!
    Make a minor effort
    Just salungkit the book you want and don't hesitate to ask.
    Salungkitin mo na yung libro na gusto mo at huwag nang mag-atubiling tanungin.