Maagwanta (en. To wait)

/maɡˈwanta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of waiting or receiving a person or thing.
I need to wait for the exam results.
Kailangan kong maagwanta ang resulta ng pagsusulit.
A state of inaction or longing.
Despite the long wait, he still got what he wanted.
Sa kabila ng mahabang maagwanta, nakuha niya pa rin ang kanyang nais.

Common Phrases and Expressions

waiting for a designated time
waiting for the appointed time.
maagwanta ng oras

Related Words

agwantang
State of waiting or making space.
agwantang

Slang Meanings

Compassion for others.
The people around her always show maagwanta towards each other.
Yung mga tao sa paligid niya, laging nagbibigay ng maagwanta sa isa't isa.
Being compassionate or generous.
My friend is super maagwanta, always helping those in need.
Sobrang maagwanta ng kaibigan ko, laging tumutulong sa mga nangangailangan.