Dumakila (en. To become known)

du-ma-ki-la

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to ascend or rise to a status.
He became renowned in his field after many years of hard work.
Dumakila siya sa kanyang larangan matapos ang maraming taon ng pagsusumikap.
To receive recognition or fame.
Due to her outstanding talent, she became famous throughout the town.
Dahil sa kanyang natatanging talento, dumakila siya sa buong bayan.
To elevate to a level of recognition, respect, or prominence.
His works rose to fame at the beginning of his career.
Ang kanyang mga gawa ay dumakila sa simula ng kanyang karera.

Common Phrases and Expressions

rose to prominence in his/her field
became famous or successful in a particular discipline
dumakila sa kanyang larangan
the name became renowned
the reputation rose
dumakila ang pangalan

Related Words

fame
Meaning the state of being famous or known.
katanyagan
recognition
Meaning the process of receiving acknowledgment or recognition from others.
pagkilala

Slang Meanings

to strive
You should work hard to achieve your dreams!
Dumakila ka nga para makamit ang mga pangarap mo!
to rise
We need to step up in our game to win.
Kailangan nating dumakila sa aming laro para manalo.
to fight
He stepped up in the fight for his family.
Dumakila siya sa laban para sa kanyang pamilya.