Lumakdaw (en. To step up)

/lu.ʔak.daw/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
Lumakdaw is a verb that means to step up or leave quickly.
He stepped up the stairs to catch up with the group.
Siya ay lumakdaw sa hagdang-bato upang makasunod sa grupo.
It is used to describe rapid movement upward.
In his shock, he stepped up from the base of the hill.
Sa kanyang pagkabigla, siya ay lumakdaw mula sa pinakababa ng burol.
It can also be used in the context of leaving a situation.
Listen, we need to step away from here before it gets dark.
Makinig ka, kailangan nating lumakdaw mula rito bago magdilim.

Common Phrases and Expressions

step up quickly
step up quickly
lumakdaw ng mabilis

Related Words

lakdaw
The root of the word 'lumakdaw' meaning to ascend.
lakdaw

Slang Meanings

to start or try something new
Let's lumakdaw on the new project so we can get recognized!
Lumakdaw na tayo sa bagong proyekto para makilala tayo!
to be resilient despite challenges
We need to lumakdaw even though there are a lot of challenges ahead.
Kailangan nating lumakdaw kahit na ang daming challenges sa daan.