Maanak (en. To give birth)

ma-a-nak

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of creating an offspring.
She is giving birth to her first child.
Siya ay nag-aanak ng panganay sa kanyang unang anak.
The process that leads to pregnancy.
Animals mate at the right time of the year.
Ang mga hayop ay nag-aanak sa tamang panahon ng taon.

Etymology

A term expressing the sequence of birthing offspring.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I will give birth.
Mag-aanak ako.
Mag-aanak ako

Related Words

child
An offspring or a child that is born.
anak
birth
The process of giving life to an offspring.
panganak

Slang Meanings

To become a parent
Wow, she’s going to be a parent soon, threw a party at home!
Grabe, soon to be maanak na siya, nagpa-party pa sa bahay!
Pregnant
Ate said she’s pregnant, we’re so excited!
Sabi ni ate maanak daw siya, excited na kami!