tutok
tutók with stress marks
focus; point a gun closely
Usage Note
Tutok means to press or point something directly at a target — most commonly a gun pressed against someone's body. It is also used figuratively for intense focus: magtutok sa trabaho means to focus on work. Both senses imply close, unwavering attention directed at a single target.
Examples
" Nasa kanya ang tutok ng baril. "
Natural Translation
The gun is pointed at him.
Literal Translation
On him the pointing of-the gun.
" Nasa kanya ang tutok ng kamera. "
Natural Translation
The focus of the camera is on him/her.
Literal Translation
On him/her the focus of camera.
" Kailangan ng buong tutok sa pag-aaral kung gusto mong makapasa sa mahirap na pagsusulit bukas. "
Natural Translation
Full focus on studying is needed if you want to pass the hard exam tomorrow.
Literal Translation
Needed of full focus in-the studying if want you-that to-pass in-the hard that exam tomorrow.
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