sumikat
becoming popular
From root: sikat
Usage Note
Sumikat can be used as an adjective to describe something that has recently gained popularity or recognition. Note that while this can be a verb, it is frequently used as a descriptor for 'rising' trends.
Examples
" Bigla siyang sumikat. "
Natural Translation
She suddenly became popular.
Literal Translation
Suddenly she became-popular.
" Gusto niyang sumikat sa TV. "
Natural Translation
He/She wants to become popular on TV.
Literal Translation
Want he/she-to become-popular on TV.
" Matapos kumalat ang kaniyang video sa internet, sumikat siya nang husto at marami nang nag-aanyaya sa kaniya para mag-perform. "
Natural Translation
After her video spread on the internet, she became hugely popular and many were already inviting her to perform.
Literal Translation
After spread the her video on internet, became-popular she greatly and many already inviting to her to perform.
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