Iakma (en. Appropriate)

/yak-ma/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Expresses the adaptation to something.
Adapt your plans to the given time.
Iakma mo ang iyong mga plano sa oras na ibinigay.
Emphasizes the right alignment or arrangement.
You need to adjust your perspective to the situation.
Kailangan mong iakma ang iyong pananaw sa sitwasyon.

Etymology

From the word 'akma' which means appropriate or suitable.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Adjust to your needs
Modify something according to what is needed.
Iakma sa iyong pangangailangan

Related Words

suitable
Expresses something that is appropriate or fitting for a situation.
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Slang Meanings

You are the most important
Bestie, I'm so happy because you are the match in my life!
Besh, sobrang saya ko kasi ikaw ang iakma sa buhay ko!
Like soulmate
You two are so perfect together, it's like you really fit each other!
Sobrang bagay kayo, parang talagang iakma kayo sa isa't isa!
Perfect fit
Did you see those shoes? Wow, they're beautiful, they really match my feet!
Nakita mo yung sapatos? Grabe, ang ganda, iakma talaga sa paa ko!