Bisaya · Cebuano · Vocabulary
Pagpanggukod
pursuit; chase; persecutionnoun
- Alternative meanings
The action of chasing, pursuing, trying to capture, harassing, or pressuring a person, group, animal, or target.
- Pronunciation
pag-pang-GOO-kod
- Root and affixes
From gukod, to chase or go after. Pagpanggukod forms the action noun: pursuit, chase, or persecution.
- Variants or conjugations
pagpanggukod; chase/pursuit; persecution; to chase
- Related words and expressions
chase; capture; persecution; police; arrest
- Meaning and usage notes
For physical or police pursuit, “pagpanggukod” fits well. For persecution based on religion, politics, or discrimination, “paglutos” may sound more specific.
Actions & States, Government, Politics & Law, People & Relationships
Nagsugod ang pagpanggukod sa suspetsado.
The pursuit of the suspect began.
Dili maayo ang pagpanggukod sa mga tawo tungod sa ilang pagtuo.
Persecution of people because of their beliefs is not right.