Ialok (en. Offer)

ya-lok

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to make an offer or invitation to a person.
Offer him your assistance.
Ialok mo sa kanya ang iyong tulong.
The act of offering something or a service.
It’s good to offer the service to those in need.
Mabuti nang ialok ang serbisyo sa mga nangangailangan.

Etymology

Root word derived from 'alok' meaning invitation or offer.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Offer yourself.
Give oneself to another person, usually as help or support.
Ialok mo ang iyong sarili.

Related Words

offer
An action of inviting or presenting something to a person.
alok
bargain
A process of offering a price or terms on something.
tawaran

Slang Meanings

Give or pass
Just give that to kuya so it will be faster.
Ialok mo na 'yan kay kuya para mas mabilis.
Entrust
Entrust your secrets to me, that's okay.
Ialok mo sa akin ang mga lihim mo, okay lang 'yan.
Offer
Even from afar, I will offer you my help.
Kahit malayo, ialok ko sa'yo ang tulong ko.