Magkamit (en. To obtain)

/maɡˈka.mit/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
pertaining to possessing or acquiring something.
You will obtain knowledge in your studies.
Magkamit ka ng kaalaman sa iyong pag-aaral.
the process of achievement or acquisition.
Acquiring skills at work is important.
Mahalaga ang pagkamit ng mga kasanayan sa trabaho.
to reach a goal or target.
We need to achieve high marks in the exam.
Kailangan nating magkamit ng mataas na marka sa pagsusulit.

Etymology

from the word 'kamit' meaning 'to take' or 'to obtain'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to achieve success
to obtain or reach success in a goal
magkamit ng tagumpay
to take a step towards
to start or progress towards a goal
magkamit ng hakbang

Related Words

take
the possession or acquiring of something.
kamit
success
the attainment of success in an endeavor.
tagumpay

Slang Meanings

to achieve a desire or goal
I hope to achieve my dream of becoming a singer.
Sana magkamit ko ang pangarap kong maging mang-aawit.
to succeed in something
Finally, I studied hard and achieved high grades.
Sa wakas, nakapag-aral ako ng mabuti at magkamit ng mataas na grado.