Sangko (en. Stake)

/sangˈko/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A part or component of one end of anything used to construct a structure.
The stake of this tree is firmly attached to the ground.
Ang sangko ng punong ito ay nakakabit sa lupa ng mabuti.
A bet placed in a competition or game.
He placed a stake in the horse race.
Naglagay siya ng sangko sa karera ng kabayo.

Etymology

Derived from the root word in Tagalog.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Put down a stake
Aiming to bet or invest in something.
Maglagay ng sangko

Related Words

component
A part or component that comes together to form a whole.
sangkapan
betting
The act of placing a wager in a game or opportunity.
pagtaya

Slang Meanings

That's enough or stop it
That's enough, it doesn't make sense anymore.
Sangko na 'yan, wala nang saisay.
Find another way
Just find another way, I can't accept this anymore.
Mag-sangko ka na lang, di ko na kayang tanggapin 'to.