Sekantihin (en. To second)

/sɛˈkantihin/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
A verb meaning to support or agree with a suggestion or idea.
I will second your suggestion about the new project.
Sekantihin ko ang mungkahi mo tungkol sa bagong proyekto.
Supporting a decision by taking the second step.
Another person needs to second her proposal.
Kailangan ng isa pang tao na sekantihin ang kanyang panukala.
The act of ensuring agreement on a proposal or idea.
His seconding confirmed our decision.
Ang kanyang sekantihin ay nagpatibay sa ating desisyon.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'sekanti' meaning 'second', a unit of thought or action.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Second the proposal
Support a suggestion or idea.
Sekantihin ang panukala

Related Words

support
A verb meaning to provide assistance or support.
suportahan

Slang Meanings

To be disregarded or considered worthless to someone.
It's like being treated as just a side thing, always being neglected.
Parang sekantihin na lang yung gulong, palaging napapabayaan.
To act as if one doesn't care.
Of course, just disregard that in life, just chill.
Siyempre, sekantihin lang yan sa buhay, chill lang.
To fall short of expectations.
Nothing happened to our project, it feels like our effort was just ignored.
Walang nangyari sa project namin, parang sekantihin na lang ang effort namin.
To involve oneself with others who are not relevant.
Why are you getting involved? You don't have any connection here.
Bakit ka makikialam? Wala ka namang sekantihin dito.