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    Umalikik (en. To lean or bend)

    /u-ma-li-kik/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A verb that means to lean or twist the body.
    He leaned while the vehicle approached.
    Umulikik siya sa pag-usad habang lumalapit ang sasakyan.
    A verb used when experiencing balance or movement.
    While ascending the stairs, he leaned to the right.
    Sa pag-akyat sa hagdang-bato, umulikik siya sa kanan.
    It also refers to avoiding or turning away from objects.
    He leaned to avoid the falling branch.
    Umulikik siya upang maiwasan ang bumagsak na sanga.

    Etymology

    Originates from the root word 'alikik', which means to lean or to bend.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    leaning in the wind
    Twisting or shaking as if wrapped in the wind.
    umalikik sa hangin

    Related Words

    alikik
    The root word meaning having balance or rotation.
    alikik

    Slang Meanings

    To move lively or happily.
    Join the dance, get lively now!
    Sali ka na sa sayawan, umalikik ka na!
    Energizing or bringing yourself to life.
    You should get lively so you're not scared of the exam!
    Dapat kang umalikik para hindi ka matakot sa exam!
    To be energetic or happy around others.
    The kids are so happy, they're all lively!
    Ang saya-saya ng mga bata, lahat sila umalikik!
    Celebrating or having occasional joy.
    Nothing is boring here, let's just get lively!
    Walang ganap na boring dito, umalikik lang tayo!