From root: ikot
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
pinaikot
pi-na-I-kot
made something spin
Present (Incomplete)
pinapaikot
pi-na-pa-I-kot
making something spin
Future (Contemplated)
papaikutin
pa-pa-i-ku-TIN
will make something spin
Usage Note
Paikutin is used when directing someone to rotate an object or metaphorically when describing manipulation or leading someone on. It is commonly heard in both literal contexts, like spinning a toy, and figurative contexts involving social deceit.
Examples
" Paikutin mo ang gulong. "
Natural Translation
Spin the wheel.
Literal Translation
Make-spin you the wheel.
" Gusto ko siyang paikutin sa mesa. "
Natural Translation
I want to make it spin on the table.
Literal Translation
Want I him make-spin at table.
" Huwag mo akong paikutin sa magandang salita kung wala ka namang balak tumulong sa amin. "
Natural Translation
Don't lead me on with sweet words if you have no intention of helping us anyway.
Literal Translation
Don't you me make-spin with beautiful words if none you anyway intention help to us.
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