Sikhay (en. To teach)

/siˈkɐj/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action to express knowledge or skills to others.
I want to teach my brother how to do his homework.
Gusto kong sikhay ang aking kapatid sa paggawa ng takdang-aralin.
Teaching a concept or skill.
Due to his experience, he easily teaches the students.
Dahil sa kanyang karanasan, madali niyang masikhay ang mga estudyante.
Providing information or knowledge.
Teach the children about proper behavior.
Sikhay ang mga bata tungkol sa tamang asal.

Etymology

Chinese word 'wǔ' meaning 'skill'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Teach me.
I teach you.
Sikhay mo ako.
Let's teach each other.
Let’s exchange knowledge.
Sikhay tayo.

Related Words

teach
An action of teaching.
turo
skill
The result of continuous teaching and training.
kasanayan

Slang Meanings

Teach
Teach me how to cook adobo.
Sikhayin mo nga ako magluto ng adobo.
Tell
Just tell me what to do.
Sikhay na lang ako kung anong gagawin ko.
Inform
Inform me about what I should know.
Sikhayi mo ako kung anong dapat malaman.