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    Karag (en. To urge)

    /kaˈrag/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A verb meaning to urge or encourage.
    He urges his friends to study hard.
    Karag siya ng kanyang mga kaibigan na mag-aral nang mabuti.
    The act of calling or prompting others.
    He often urges his colleagues in the project.
    Madalas siyang karag sa kanyang mga kasamahan sa proyekto.

    Etymology

    Tagalog word from indigenous roots.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    urge him/her
    Encourage him/her to do something.
    karagin mo siya

    Related Words

    hint
    A word that describes the act of encouraging or prompting.
    himok
    influence
    The act of urging or agreeing.
    udyok

    Slang Meanings

    Someone who reveals the truth or exposes lies.
    Who is your karag there? John didn’t order you!
    Sino bang karag mo dyan, hindi si John ang nag-uto sa'yo!
    A term of endearment or camaraderie for a close friend.
    Yo, karag, where are you? You've been taking so long to arrive!
    Yo, karag, asan ka na? Ang tagal mo kasing dumating!