Tagos (en. Pierce)
/ˈtaɡos/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A characteristic of an object focused on its entrance or penetration into a more lively or larger object.
The penetration of the rain reached under our house.
Ang tagos ng ulan ay tumagos hanggang sa ilalim ng ating bahay.
verb
The action of penetrating or entering.
The sunlight penetrates through the thick clouds.
Ang sikat ng araw ay tagos sa makakapal na ulap.
Etymology
Originates from the root word 'tagot', meaning 'to penetrate' or 'to flow through'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pierce the heart
Having a deep emotional impact that is unforgettable.
tagos sa puso
water penetrates
Water that flows into a place where it should not flow.
tagos ang tubig
Related Words
deeply penetrating
Refers to the act of penetrating or passing through an object.
matagos
Slang Meanings
pain that reaches the heart
Wow, what he said about her really cut deep.
Grabe, tagos na tagos yung sinabing pangit sa kanya.
hit me hard in a way that got my attention
What my friend did really got to me.
Tagos na tagos sa akin yung ginawa ng kaibigan ko.
deep emotions
That song is so touching, it's beautiful!
Sobrang tagos ang kanta na yan, ang ganda!