Iangat (en. Lift)

/i.ang.at/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To raise something to a higher position.
Lift the table to give us more space.
Iangat mo ang mesa para magkaroon tayo ng mas maraming espasyo.
The process of raising something from below.
We need to lift the boxes off the floor.
Kailangan nating iangat ang mga kahon mula sa sahig.
The action of raising which involves physical effort.
Lift your boot so it's easier to put on.
Iangat mo ang iyong bota upang mas madaling maisuot ito.

Etymology

Word origin derived from the root word 'angat' meaning to raise or lift something.

Common Phrases and Expressions

raise the level
To promote or elevate the quality or status of something.
iangat ang antas

Related Words

lift
A word used to describe the action of raising or elevating.
angat

Slang Meanings

Lift this or just raise it.
Lift that luggage, our room is upstairs.
Iangat mo na 'yang bagahe, nasa taas ang kwarto natin.
Bring to a higher level or status.
Let's elevate the level of our project.
Iangat natin ang antas ng ating proyekto.
Improving life or situation.
We were poor before, but now, our life has improved.
Dati mahirap kami, pero ngayon, iangat na ang buhay namin.