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    Kumatig (en. To hold)

    /kuˈmatig/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A verb that refers to the action of holding or gripping something.
    He held onto the ingredients while cooking.
    Kumatig siya sa mga sangkap habang nagluluto.
    The act of lifting and grabbing something with emphasis.
    He held his friend's hand tightly so as not to lose.
    Kumatig siya sa kamay ng kanyang kaibigan upang hindi mawala.
    Having a physical contact with something needed in a specific situation.
    She held onto the staircase to avoid falling.
    Kumatig siya sa hagdang-bato para maiwasang matumba.

    Etymology

    From the word 'tigi' meaning 'to grasp' or 'to hold tightly'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hold tightly
    A grip with strong force.
    kumatig ng mahigpit
    seize the opportunity
    Making good use of an opportunity in a situation.
    kumatig sa pagkakataon

    Related Words

    to hold
    The act of holding something or someone.
    humawakan

    Slang Meanings

    To join or socialize with people or interact.
    He finally joined the group and they're having fun together.
    Kumagat na siya sa barkadahan at masaya na silang nagkakasama.
    To agree or go along with a situation or decision.
    He just went along with the plan so the trip is on.
    Kumatig na lang siya sa plano kaya tuloy na ang trip.