Susian (en. To lock)

/suˈsjan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

To perform an action of closing using a key.

You need to lock the door before leaving.

Kailangan mong susian ang pinto bago umalis.

To help secure something by locking.

Sometimes, you need to lock the documents so they won't get lost.

Minsan, kailangan mong susian ang mga dokumento upang hindi mawala.

Insert a key to close and ensure security.

Make sure to lock the car so it won't get stolen.

Siguraduhing susian mo ang kotse upang hindi ito nakawin.

It originated from the word 'susi' which means 'key' in English.

lock the door now

Lock the door.

susian mo na ang pinto

key

The object used to open or close a door.

susi

A person who loves to chat or visit the corner to gossip.

My friend is such a chatterbox; all she does is talk to the neighbors.

Sobrang susian ng kaibigan ko, wala siyang ibang ginawa kundi makipagkwentuhan sa mga kapitbahay.

A person who often gives opinions even when not asked.

Sometimes Juan is such a know-it-all; we didn't even ask for his comment on that matter.

Minsan ang susian ni Juan, di naman kami humihingi ng comment niya sa bagay na iyon.