Maghikahos (en. To beg)

mah-hee-kah-hos

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb form meaning to seek help or donations from others.
He begged for food from people on the street.
Nagmaghikahos siya ng pagkain mula sa mga tao sa kalye.
An action that describes asking for support or kindness.
Many people begged during the time of the disaster.
Maraming tao ang naghikahos sa panahon ng sakuna.

Etymology

The word 'maghikahos' is derived from the root word 'hikahos' which means 'to beg' or 'to seek a gift'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to beg for help
to ask for help from others
maghikahos ng tulong
begging for food
asking for food from others
nagmaghikahos ng pagkain

Related Words

hikahos
The root word meaning to beg or to ask.
hikahos
mangangailangan
A person in need of help or support.
mangangailangan

Slang Meanings

to strive or to persist
You just need to work hard for the future.
Kailangan lang maghikahos para sa kinabukasan.
to be diligent in life
Work hard; not everything in life is given.
Maghikahos ka, hindi lahat sa buhay ay ibinibigay.
to persevere despite difficulties
We need to strive even with many challenges.
Dapat tayong maghikahos kahit na ang daming hamon.