Amak (en. Mother)
/a.mak/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
Demonstrates the connection and love between parent and child.
My mother works hard for our future.
Ang aking amak ay nagtatrabaho nang mabuti para sa aming kinabukasan.
A term for women who give life and care for their children.
The role of a mother is crucial in building a family.
Mahalaga ang papel ng amak sa pagbuo ng pamilya.
Sometimes used to call residents with strong connections to a place.
Every mother is a part of that community.
Ang bawat amak ay bahagi ng komunidad na iyon.
Etymology
From the Tagalog word 'mak,' meaning 'diligent caretakers or guides.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
Mother, I love you.
A statement of love for a mother.
Amak, mahal kita.
Thank you, mother.
A gratitude for the sacrifices made by the mother.
Salamat, amak.
Related Words
mother
A Tagalog word for 'the woman who gives birth.'
ina
mom
Another term for 'mother.'
nanay
Slang Meanings
Often used as a term for 'sinigang' dish, also meaning 'soft' or 'in a good situation.'
The sinigang that Mom cooked is so delicious, it's super amak!
Ang sinigang na nilaga ni Nanay, ang sarap, sobrang amak!
Being with friends in a happy situation.
It's fun to be amak with the crew at home!
Ang saya maging amak ng mga tropa sa bahay!
A word that describes a soft or gentle feeling.
When I saw my crush, it felt like my heart was so amak!
Nang makita ko si crush, parang ang amak ng pakiramdam ko!