Talikwasin (en. Reverse)

/ta-li-kwa-sin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that means to return or straighten something to its original position.
We need to reverse the arrangement of the books on the shelf.
Kailangan nating talikwasin ang pagkakaayos ng mga libro sa estante.
Reorganizing something or a situation that was once in a different arrangement.
After the plate broke, it needs to be reversed.
Matapos ang pagkakabasag ng platito, kailangan itong talikwasin.
The act of changing direction by turning back or reversing.
The correct way to reverse the vehicle is to back up.
Ang tamang paraan upang talikwasin ang sasakyan ay bumalik sa likod.

Etymology

derived from the root 'talikwas' meaning to turn or reverse.

Common Phrases and Expressions

reverse our mistakes
straighten out the wrong steps or decisions.
talikwasin ang ating mga pagkakamali

Related Words

reverse
A root meaning to turn over or straighten.
talikwas
upside down
Another term referring to the opposite or inverse position.
baligtad

Slang Meanings

Don't continue it; stop it.
Stop that now, it seems like you two don't really match.
Talikwasin mo na yan, parang hindi talaga kayo bagay.
Take a break or don't be too serious.
Stop with the work, you should relax for a bit.
Talikwasin mo na ang trabaho, mag-relax ka naman.