Usage Note
Dagok specifically denotes a sharp blow struck to the back of the neck or head, often as a punishment or surprise hit. It appears in both literal contexts (disciplinary action, combat) and figurative ones (a sudden setback or shock). It is more specific than 'suntok' (punch) in indicating the location of impact.
Examples
" Sumakit ang ulo ko sa dagok. "
Natural Translation
My head hurt from the blow.
Literal Translation
Hurt the head my from blow.
" Isang malakas na dagok ang narinig. "
Natural Translation
A strong blow was heard.
Literal Translation
One strong that blow the heard.
" Malaking dagok sa pamilya ang biglaang pagkawala ng trabaho ng ama na siyang tanging naghahanapbuhay. "
Natural Translation
The sudden loss of the father's job, who was the only breadwinner, was a huge blow to the family.
Literal Translation
Big blow to-the family the sudden loss of work of-the father who the only breadwinner.
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