Taghok (en. Mortal blow)

taɡ-hoʔk

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of attack that causes serious injury or death.
The enemy's taghok struck fear in the soldiers.
Ang taghok ng kaaway ay nagdala ng takot sa mga sundalo.
An intense effect that results in severe difficulty.
The taghok experienced by the company led to their downfall.
Ang taghok na natamo ng kumpanya ay nagdala ng pagbagsak sa kanila.
verb
The act of pulling or striking with great force.
Strike the box to move it out of the way.
Taghokin mo ang kahon para maalis ito sa daan.

Etymology

Always used as an adjective or noun in contexts of faith.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mortal blow of life
a severe danger threatening life.
taghok ng buhay

Related Words

wound
An injury or wound from a taghok.
sugat

Slang Meanings

Of course, just hiding behind a more vibrant personality.
That's why she always seems cheerful, but she's actually feeling down inside.
Kaya pala siya palaging nakangiti, pero taghok siya sa loob.
Like hiding or not revealing your true feelings.
If you keep hiding, you won't find the right solution to your problem.
Pag nagtaghok ka, hindi mo mahahanap ang tamang solusyon sa problema mo.
Someone who is going through something but does not show it.
Sometimes, he just seems quiet, but he’s struggling inside.
Minsan, tahimik lang siya, pero taghok siya sa loob.