Magbangka (en. To row a boat)

/maɡˈbaŋka/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of rowing using a small vessel.
Let's row a boat in the lake this afternoon.
Magbangka tayo sa lawa ngayong hapon.
Traveling on water using a boat.
We need to row to the shore.
Kailangan nating magbangka patungo sa pampang.
A means of transportation on bodies of water.
People usually row boats on the rivers here.
Karaniwang magbangka ang mga tao sa mga ilog dito.

Etymology

The word 'bangka' comes from the Malay 'bangka' meaning 'small boat'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Let's row!
Let's get on and travel on the water.
Magbangka tayo!

Related Words

boat
A small watercraft commonly used in rivers and lakes.
bangka

Slang Meanings

to act cool and have fun while carrying a boat
Let's go boating by the beach later to just chill!
Magbangka tayo mamaya sa tabi ng dagat para chill lang!
to chat as if there's no tomorrow while sailing
While we go boating, let's also share stories you haven't heard yet.
Habang nagbabangka tayo, magbangka na rin tayo ng mga kwentong hindi mo pa alam.
to be adventurous or try something new
Whatever boat we have, let's go for it!
Alinmang bangka ang meron diyan, magbangka na tayo!