Kuha (en. Take)

/kuˈha/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The process of obtaining something from a place.
I need to get water from the tap.
Kailangan kong kumuha ng tubig mula sa gripo.
The act of taking a person or object.
He passed his table to get the truth.
Ipinasa niya ang kanyang lamesa upang makuha ang katotohanan.
Aiming to recognize or get the attention of other people.
He tried to get attention in his presentation.
Sinubukan niyang kumuha ng pansin sa kanyang presentasyon.

Etymology

Means 'to take' or 'to get' in Spanish.

Common Phrases and Expressions

taking a photo
The process of capturing a photo.
kuha ng larawan
gathering information
The act of collecting data or knowledge from others.
kuha ng impormasyon

Related Words

get
The verb form of 'kuha,' meaning to perform the action of taking.
kumuha

Slang Meanings

Okay, let’s play!
Get the ball, we’re winning!
Kuha na ng bola, panalo tayo!
Got it, I understand.
I got your point.
Kuha ko na yung point mo.
Just chill, relax.
Oh no, just take it easy, don't worry too much.
Naku, kuha lang, wag masyadong mag-alala.