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    Tukso (en. Temptation)

    /tuk·so/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A temporary enticement or attraction that may cause indecision.
    The temptation of overeating is hard to resist.
    Ang tukso ng labis na pagkain ay mahirap labanan.
    An object or situation that entices a person to do something against their principles.
    He fell into the temptation of sin.
    Siya ay nahulog sa tukso ng kasalanan.
    A lure that causes a person to desire or succumb to wrongdoing.
    The temptation of excessive wealth can lead to disaster.
    Ang tukso ng labis na yaman ay maaaring magdala ng kapahamakan.

    Etymology

    Derived from the term 'tukso' associated with attraction or occasional temptation.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Temptation, leave me alone!
    A statement expressing the desire to avoid temptations.
    Tukso, layuan mo ako!

    Related Words

    temptation
    A situation or opportunity that entices a person to do something contrary to their well-being.
    temptasyon
    enticement
    An effort to attract a person to act in a certain way.
    uudyok

    Slang Meanings

    discussed or talked about when there's an offer of love or a temporary connection
    That's just teasing, don't take it too seriously.
    Tukso lang 'yan, huwag kang masyadong seryoso.
    fun or teasing done to someone
    It's fun to tease friends.
    Ang saya nang magtukso-tukso sa mga kaibigan.
    teasing when you want to show or convey something to someone
    Just teasing, but I really want to talk to him/her.
    Tukso na lang, pero kasi gusto ko talagang makausap siya.