Magkatokaya (en. To knock)

mag-ka-to-ka-ya

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to knock on a door or any object.
Knock on the door before entering.
Magkatokaya ka sa pinto bago pumasok.
To attract attention through knocking.
He knocked on the window to get her attention.
Nagkatokaya siya sa bintana upang makuha ang kanyang pansin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Knock first
Wait or knock before entering.
Magkatokaya ka muna

Related Words

knock
A tap or knock done to get attention.
katok

Slang Meanings

Together or as friends.
Jessa and Althea are always together at the back of the school.
Laging magkatokaya sina Jessa at Althea sa likod ng paaralan.
Enjoying together.
We hung out at the mall on Saturday, it was fun!
Magkatokaya kami sa mall nung Sabado, ang saya!
There is a close bond or connection.
Those two seem to have a close bond, they're so sweet!
Parang magkatokaya silang dalawa, sobrang sweet!