sumuntok
sumuntók with stress marks
to punch
From root: suntok
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
sumuntok
su-mun-TOK
punched
Present (Incomplete)
sumusuntok
su-mu-sun-TOK
is punching
Future (Contemplated)
susuntok
su-sun-TOK
will punch
Usage Note
Sumuntok is the actor-focus form of suntok, using the -um- infix. It is the everyday Tagalog verb for throwing a punch — used in accounts of fights, boxing commentary, and children's quarrels alike.
Examples
" Huwag kang sumuntok. "
Natural Translation
Don't throw a punch.
Literal Translation
Don't you punch.
" Mahirap sumuntok kapag hindi ka nakasuot ng guwantes sa boksing. "
Natural Translation
It is difficult to punch when you aren't wearing boxing gloves.
Literal Translation
Difficult to-punch when not you wearing of gloves in boxing.
" Bago ka sumuntok sa ring, dapat mong tiyakin na maayos ang bendahe sa iyong mga kamay. "
Natural Translation
Before you throw a punch in the ring, you should make sure the wrapping on your hands is secure.
Literal Translation
Before you punch in ring, should you ensure that proper the bandage on your hands.
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