Magharang (en. To block)

/maɡaˈraŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To take action to obstruct a person or thing.
You should block the road if danger is approaching.
Magharang ka sa daan kung may panganib na darating.
To erect or put up a barrier.
Let's put up fences to protect the yard.
Magharang tayo ng mga bakod upang protektahan ang bakuran.
To impede or obstruct progress or movement.
His decision blocked their plans.
Ang kanyang desisyon ay nagharang sa kanilang mga plano.

Etymology

Originates from the root word 'harang'

Common Phrases and Expressions

block the road
Put an obstruction in the road to prevent passage.
magharang ng daan

Related Words

barrier
An object used to block passage or access.
harang

Slang Meanings

To organize something or an event.
I'm going to magharang a party for my birthday.
Magma-magharang ako ng party para sa kaarawan ko.
To take steps for a project or goal.
We need to magharang for our project next month.
Kailangan nating magharang para sa ating proyekto sa susunod na buwan.
To allocate time for an activity.
Let's magharang time for the meeting later.
Magharang tayo ng oras para sa meeting mamaya.
To negotiate or meet with others for a purpose.
Let's magharang a talk for our business deal.
Magharang tayo ng usapan para sa business deal natin.