Singkilin (en. To bump into)

/siŋˈkilin/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
An action that refers to hitting or colliding.
The child tried to bump into the ball to catch it.
Ang bata ay sinubukan na singkilin ang bola upang makuha ito.
Expresses the action of one thing touching another.
Sometimes, vehicles bump into each other on the road.
Minsan, ang mga sasakyan ay singkilan sa kalsada.

Etymology

From the word 'singkil' meaning 'to collide' or 'to strike', commonly used in traditional dances.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bump into me
hit me or collide with me.
singkilin mo ako

Related Words

singkil
A word used to describe the action of colliding or hitting, often used in dances.
singkil

Slang Meanings

To move quickly or to go with the flow.
When the bus stopped, we had to singkilin so we wouldn't get left behind.
Nang bumaba ang bus, singkilin kami para hindi kami mahuli.
To dance or have fun with friends.
At the party, we all were singkilin to the DJ's music.
Sa party, lahat kami ay singkilin sa tugtugin ng DJ.
To hurry up or increase pace.
Hurry up, we have to get to work!
Singkilin mo na, may pasok na tayo!