Tsikito (en. Small child)

tsi-ki-to

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A terminology referring to a young boy or girl.
Pedro is a 'tsikito' who loves to play.
Si Pedro ay isang tsikito na mahilig maglaro.
Small person or little one.
The 'tsikitos' at school happily play in the playground.
Ang mga tsikito sa paaralan ay masayang naglalaro sa playground.

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish word 'chiquito' meaning small or young.

Common Phrases and Expressions

small child on the street
Little child on the street.
tsikito sa kalsada

Related Words

little ones
A term referring to children or young age.
tsikiting

Slang Meanings

Pitiful or rushing
You're such a pitiful sight, you have so much going on!
Tsikito ka naman, ang dami mong pinagdaraanan!
Out of it or dazed
He's out of it, I can't talk to him properly.
Naka-tsikito siya, di ko na siya makausap ng maayos.
Showoff or boastful
You're such a showoff, it's like you're the star of every story!
Ang tsikito mo naman, parang ikaw ang bida sa lahat ng kwento!