Madagtaan (en. To be attained)

/mɐ.dɐg.tɐˈʔaːn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Refers to the action of reaching or climbing.
We need to attain the mountain top before dark.
Kailangang madagtaan ang tuktok ng bundok bago magdilim.
To achieve or reach a specific place.
He wants to attain his dreams in life.
Nais niyang madagtaan ang kanyang mga pangarap sa buhay.
To become part of a situation or condition.
It would be beneficial if you could attain the hardships in life.
Makakabuti kung madagtaan mo ang mga pagsubok sa buhay.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'dagta' meaning 'to crawl' or 'to reach the ground.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to attain dreams
to reach one's aspirations in life
madagtaan ang pangarap

Related Words

sap
A substance extracted from plants that refers to sap or liquid.
dagta
to reach
The action of reaching or attaining something.
maabot

Slang Meanings

To succeed or get through hardships.
As long as we're together, we'll all get through this challenge.
Basta’t sama-sama tayo, madagtaan tayong lahat sa pagsubok na ito.
To find a way or solution.
We can do this, we just need to get through the problem.
Kaya natin 'to, madagtaan lang natin ang problema.