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    Sungkit (en. Scoop)

    /suŋkit/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The act of scooping or taking an object that is hanging.
    He used a scoop to reach the fruit on a high branch.
    Gumamit siya ng sungkit upang maabot ang prutas sa mataas na sanga.
    A type of tool used for scooping.
    This scoop is made from sturdy wood.
    Ang sungkit na ito ay ginawa mula sa matibay na kahoy.
    verb
    The action of using a scoop.
    He needs to scoop the vegetables from the ground.
    Kailangan niyang sungkitin ang mga gulay mula sa lupa.
    To take items using hands or tools.
    He quickly scooped pieces of candy from the can.
    Mabilis niyang sinungkit ang mga piraso ng kendi mula sa lata.

    Etymology

    from the root word 'sungkit' which refers to taking or gathering an object that is hanging or covered.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    scoop fruit
    Taking fruit that is hanging on a high branch.
    sungkit ng prutas
    use a scoop
    Using a tool to reach or get an item.
    gumamit ng sungkit

    Related Words

    scoop
    A verb that refers to the action of scooping.
    magsungkit
    to scoop
    A verb meaning to voluntarily take using a scoop.
    sungkitin

    Slang Meanings

    to ask for change from someone
    Don't ask for change, he might get mad.
    Huwag kang magsungkit, baka magalit siya.
    to flirt or attract attention
    He deliberately flirts to get everyone's attention.
    Sinasadya niyang manungkit ng atensyon sa lahat.
    to pick up or catch something that fell
    Just pick up the things that fell!
    Sungkitin mo lang yung mga nahulog na gamit!