Ahon (en. To retrieve)
/a.hon/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An action of taking or retrieving something from a place.
The fisherman’s retrieval of his net provided him with a bountiful catch.
Ang ahon ng mangingisda ng kanyang lambat ay nagbigay sa kanya ng masaganang huli.
Etymology
From the word Ubay (Dayak) meaning to take or retrieve.
Common Phrases and Expressions
water retrieval
The rise of water in an area, often associated with flooding.
ahon ng tubig
Related Words
to retrieve
A verb meaning to act in order to take back or regain.
mag-ahon
Slang Meanings
Care or assistance to a person or situation.
The people really helped when they saw Juan fall.
Sobrang ahon ang ginawa ng mga tao nang makita nilang nahulog si Juan.
Rescue or help without expecting anything in return.
You shouldn't expect anything in return, just help out among friends.
Hindi na dapat mag-expect ng kapalit, basta't ahon lang sa mga kakilala.