Tika (en. Younger sibling)

/ti-ka/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A word that refers to a younger sibling in a family.
As an older sister, I take care of my younger sibling.
Bilang ate, inaalagaan ko ang aking tika.
A term of endearment for someone close.
Younger sibling, are you there yet?
Tika, nandiyan ka na ba?

Etymology

Derived from the Tagalog term referring to younger siblings or beloved ones.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Younger sibling, let's go!
An invitation for the younger sibling to go somewhere together.
Tika, tara na!

Related Words

older sibling (brother)
Term for an older brother.
kuya

Slang Meanings

Tika is a term for a girl or woman.
That girl over there is beautiful!
Ang ganda ng tika na 'yon sa kanto!
Tika is used to refer to someone who is fashionable or trendy.
The fashionable people today have awesome outfits!
Ang mga tika ngayon, ang astig ng mga outfits nila!