Panakaw (en. Theft)

/pɑˈnɑkɑw/

Slang Meanings

Sneaky taking or bribery
Your advantage in the exam is just a theft because you didn't study.
Panakaw lang ang bentahe mo sa exam dahil hindi mo naman pinag-aralan.
Talent or ability that isn't obvious
Your skill in basketball is sneaky because you don't even mention it.
Panakaw yung galing mo sa basketball, dahil hindi mo naman ito sinasabi.
A maneuver or action that you can't see
That movement of hers is like a theft, you can't figure out what her plan is.
Parang panakaw yung galaw niyang yan, hindi mo malaman kung anong balak.