Tumipak (en. To strike)

/tuˈmipak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of hitting or striking something.
The children struck the ball with their feet.
Tumipak ang mga bata sa bola gamit ang kanilang mga paa.
Performing a strong action or act that is distinct.
He struck his goal in training.
Tumipak siya sa kanyang layunin sa pagsasanay.
Having intense attention or focus.
His mind struck on studying these subjects.
Tumipak ang kanyang isip sa pag-aaral ng mga asignaturang ito.

Etymology

The word 'tumipak' originates from the root word 'tipak' with the prefix 'tum-', indicating action.

Common Phrases and Expressions

struck the heart
deeply affected the feelings or spirit.
tumipak sa puso
mind struck
intensive focus of attention.
tumipak ang isip

Related Words

piece
Expresses the associated idiom of striking or action.
tipak

Slang Meanings

Passed or got a good result.
I nailed that exam, that's why I passed!
Tumipak ako sa exam na iyon, kaya naman nakapasa ako!
Hit or reached the target.
The ball hit the basket, so our team won!
Tumipak ang bola sa basket, kaya panalo ang team namin!
Succeeded in a step or plan.
My business plan succeeded, so the earnings took off!
Tumipak ang plano kong negosyo, kaya umarangkada ang kita!