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    Angkat (en. Lift)

    /ˈaŋ.kat/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A verb meaning to lift or bring up.
    He lifted the boxes from the vehicle.
    Inangkat niya ang mga kahon mula sa sasakyan.
    To perform an action to show something to someone else.
    Lift the fruits for the meal.
    Angkatin mo ang mga prutas para sa pagkain.
    To elevate an object to a high position.
    He raised a flag standing atop the mountain.
    Nag-angkat siya ng watawat na nakatayo sa itaas ng bundok.

    Etymology

    The word 'angkat' comes from the root word 'angat,' meaning to lift or raise.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    rise in life
    Refers to improvement or elevation in one’s life status.
    angat buhay
    raise your hand
    A phrase meaning to raise one's hand, which may symbolize support or acknowledgment.
    angat ng kamay

    Related Words

    lift
    The root word used as a verb meaning to raise.
    angat
    to care
    A word related to uplifting or supporting something or someone.
    pangalagaan

    Slang Meanings

    Bro (older brother) or Sis (older sister) who's an old friend.
    It's so fun to be with Angkat, it's like we've known each other forever!
    Ang saya palang makasama si Angkat, parang matagal na tayong magkakilala!
    A term for a friend who's always ready to help.
    Come on, Angkat! I need help with this project.
    Tara, Angkat! Kailangan ko ng tulong sa project na ito.