Iatas (en. Lift)
/iˈa.tas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that shows an action performed by a person or thing.
Lift your hand when you want to express something.
Iatas mo ang iyong kamay kapag may nais kang ipahayag.
To raise or elevate something.
Lift the boxes to the top of the shelf.
Iatas mo ang mga kahon sa itaas ng estante.
To rise above or overcome a condition or situation.
We need to lift this to stay competitive.
Kailangan natin itong iatas upang makapanatili sa kompetisyon.
Etymology
Tagalog word, derived from 'itaas'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
lift the finger
Raise the finger as a sign of having an idea or wanting to speak.
iatas ang daliri
Related Words
itaas
The action of raising or lifting.
itaas
angat
The action of lifting or rising.
angat
Slang Meanings
What's up
Just say 'hi' to that, bro! So people can get to know you.
Iatas naman 'yan, bro! Para makilala ka ng mga tao.
Unique
Show that off! It's beautiful, so unique!
Iatas mo 'yan! Ang ganda, sobrang iatas!
To show off
Why don't you show off your new shoes?
Bakit di mo iatas yung bagong sapatos mo?