Magbaka (en. To carry)

/magˈbaka/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
A verb meaning to carry something.
You should carry the books from the pantry.
Magbaka ka ng mga libro mula sa pantry.
A verb referring to the act of carrying a load on one's back or arms.
Because of the weight of his load, he found it hard to carry.
Dahil sa bigat ng kanyang dala, nahirapan siyang magbaka.
A term used to describe the act of getting on or climbing from one place to another.
Let's carry ourselves up the mountain to the top.
Magbaka tayo sa bundok hanggang sa tuktok.

Etymology

Isang pandiwa na hango sa ugat na salitang 'baka' na ang ibig sabihin ay 'dalhin' o 'itaas'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to carry heavy things
magbaka ng mabigat na bagay

Related Words

baka
The root word meaning 'to carry' or 'to lift'.
baka

Slang Meanings

to protest or complain
Protest the bad service of that restaurant!
Magbaka ka sa masamang serbisyo ng restaurant na 'yon!
to take a chance on something difficult
Take a chance in your life, you can do it!
Magbaka ka sa buhay mo, kaya mo 'yan!
to strive or persevere
You should strive for your dreams!
Dapat magbaka ka para sa mga pangarap mo!