Gukod

to chase; to pursue; to go afterverb

Alternative meanings

To go after a person, animal, thing, or goal with the intention of reaching, catching, or following it. It can also be used for pursuing a goal, idea, or opportunity depending on context.

Pronunciation

GOO-kod

Root and affixes

From gukod, to chase or pursue. Paggukod means pursuit. Gigukod means chased or pursued. Tiggukod or manggugukod can refer to a pursuer.

Variants or conjugations

pursuit; pursued; chasing; pursuer; chase; search; pursue

Related words and expressions

run; follow; catch; search; goal; police; thief; opportunity

Meaning and usage notes

Gukod is the main option for physically chasing or going after something. For pursuing a goal, pagpangita or pagpaningkamot may also be used depending on tone. For abusive persecution or harassment, context should be clarified.