From root: sikat
Usage Note
Pasikat is an informal term used for someone trying to get attention or praise. It usually carries a negative connotation of being boastful.
Examples
" Pasikat lang talaga siya. "
Natural Translation
He's really just a show-off.
Literal Translation
Show-off just really he.
" Huwag kang masyadong pasikat. "
Natural Translation
Don't be such a show-off.
Literal Translation
Do-not you too show-off.
" Ayaw ko sa kanya dahil pasikat siyang tao na laging gustong mapansin sa harap ng mga tao. "
Natural Translation
I don't like him because he's a show-off who always wants to be noticed in front of people.
Literal Translation
Don't-like I to him because show-off he-that person who always wanting to-be-noticed in front of the people.
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