Tungkabin (en. To strike)

tung-ka-bin

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To carry out an attack or vigorous action.
Strike the wall to get in.
Tungkabin mo ang pader upang makapasok.
To hit or act aiming to create or destroy.
Strike the basket of fruits.
Tungkabin mo ang basket ng mga prutas.

Common Phrases and Expressions

strike the door
To hit or knock loudly on the door.
tungkabin ang pinto

Related Words

tungkab
A related word meaning to strike vigorously.
tungkab

Slang Meanings

to act like a bad boy
You don't like her anymore? Just act like a bad boy, bro!
Ayaw mo na sa kanya? Tungkabin mo na lang, bro!
to feel hurt or upset
She said that as if she's hurt, right?
Sinabi niya yun na parang tungkab siya, di ba?
to be resilient in facing challenges
Don't hold back; face all challenges head-on!
Huwag kang papapigil, tungkabin mo lahat ng hamon!