Sumikat (en. To rise)

/suˈmi.kat/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of rising or attracting the attention of others.
The movie became famous after a successful premiere.
Sumikat ang pelikula matapos ang matagumpay na premiere.
Gaining popularity or fame.
He became famous as a well-known singer.
Sumikat siya bilang isang tanyag na singer.
Rising status in society or profession.
He rose to fame in the field of motivational speaking.
Sumikat siya sa larangan ng pagbibigay ng inspirasyon.

Etymology

The root word is 'sikat' meaning 'known' or 'noticed'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

became famous
gained fame or popularity
naging sikat
rose to public attention
became known to people
sumikat sa mata ng publiko

Related Words

fame
Refers to being renowned or known.
sikat
popularity
The state of being well-known or famous.
kasikatan

Slang Meanings

to shine or glow, gained popularity
He just uploaded his vlog, and he got famous instantly on social media.
Kaka-upload lang ng vlog niya, sumikat agad siya sa social media.
gained attention or dominated
The song is so good, this artist really became famous.
Sobrang galing ng kanta, talagang sumikat ang artist na 'to.
became a hit or took off as a product
The new cellphone model he has really became a hit in the market.
Yung bagong cellphone model niya, sumikat talaga sa merkado.