Pigipit (en. Pinch)
/piˈɡipit/
Synonyms
- buwal
- dikitin
Slang Meanings
Exploitation or deception of people to get their wealth or possessions.
Those are exploiters, they have no mercy for people.
Mga pigipit yang mga yan, wala silang awa sa mga tao.
Tightening control or pressure in a situation or on a person.
My boss has started tightening up, I need to work harder.
Nagsimula nang pigipit ng boss ko, kailangan kong magtrabaho nang mas mabuti.
Shortening something or an action that makes it harder as a result.
Deadlines are like pressure for me, it’s hard to focus.
Ang mga deadline ay parang pigipit sa akin, ang hirap mag-focus.