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    Sinikwat (en. To corner)

    /siˈni.kwat/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A form of action where something is grabbed or reached.
    He caught the ball as it was falling.
    Sinikwat niya ang bola habang ito'y nalalaglag.
    A quick action of grabbing or catching something.
    He grabbed his bag before leaving.
    Sinikwat niya ang kanyang bag bago siya umalis.
    The act of grabbing with the intention to control something.
    I caught the cat because I wanted to bring it inside.
    Sinikwat ko ang pusa dahil ito’y nais kong dalhin sa loob.

    Etymology

    Originates from the root word 'sikwat' meaning to grab or catch.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    grabbed opportunity
    An opportunity that was seized or attempted to be taken advantage of by someone.
    sinikwat na pagkakataon

    Related Words

    sikwat
    The root word describing the action of grabbing or taking.
    sikwat

    Slang Meanings

    scratched or clawed
    I got scratched by the cat on the face when I passed by.
    Sinikwat ako ng pusa sa mukha nung dumaan ako.
    acted tough or confrontational
    He confronted his opponent in the street.
    Sinikwat niya ang kaaway niya sa kalsada.