Takay (en. Approach)

/taˈkaj/

Synonyms

A nuisance or weed

People in the barangay call Pedro 'takay' because he can't be removed from the place, no matter what you do.

Ang mga tao sa barangay, tawag nila kay Pedro, 'takay' kasi hindi siya natatanggal sa lugar, kahit anong gawin mo.

A person who is drunk or tipsy

Wow, he's so takay, he can't even go back home.

Grabe, sobrang takay na siya, hindi na siya makaatras sa pagka-uwi.

A show-off or someone who is too picky

Don't pay attention to him, he's like a takay always talking about things that aren't even important.

Huwag mo siyang pansinin, para siyang takay na laging may sinasabi na hindi naman mahalaga.