Agawaw (en. To steal)

/ˈaɡawaw/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb referring to taking something from a person or place without permission.
The thieves stole items from the store.
Ang mga magnanakaw ay nag-agawaw ng mga gamit mula sa tindahan.
An action that describes stealing or plundering.
The theft of the wind at night brought fear to the people.
Ang agawaw ng hangin sa gabi ay nagdala ng takot sa mga tao.

Common Phrases and Expressions

stealing of cool breeze
Receiving cool air from outside.
agawaw ng malamig na hangin

Related Words

stole
Past tense of the word 'stealing'.
nagnakaw
thief
A person who violates the law by taking someone else's property.
magnanakaw

Slang Meanings

To get dirty or get involved
The mud is reaching or getting into the trash can!
Agawaw na ung putik sa basurahan!
To attract attention
Her outfit was so eye-catching, everyone looked!
Sobrang agawaw ng kanyang suot, lahat napatingin!