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    Kuwa (en. To take)

    /ˈku.wá/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    Acquisition or obtaining of something.
    Get some water from the tap.
    Kuwa ka ng tubig mula sa gripo.
    Performing an action that requires acquisition.
    Get your documents for your trade.
    Kuwa ng imong kalakalan ang iyong mga dokumento.

    Etymology

    Chinese-Tagalog origin, indicating acquisition or provision.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    take the opportunity
    seizing an opportunity.
    kuwa ng pagkakataon

    Related Words

    to take
    The verb referring to the act of taking.
    kuhanin

    Slang Meanings

    older brother
    I bought food from Kuwa.
    Bumili ako ng pagkain mula kay Kuwa.
    cool or impressive
    This song is awesome, so cool, Kuwa!
    Ang ganda ng kanta na ito, ang saya, Kuwa!
    to show or demonstrate
    Show me that move!
    Kuwa mo nga 'yang galaw mo!