Magkilala (en. To get acquainted)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of getting to know a person.
I want to get acquainted with new people at my new job.
Nais kong magkilala ang mga bagong tao sa aking bagong trabaho.
The process of changing a relationship from not knowing to knowing.
Let's get acquainted first before we become friends.
Magkilala muna tayo bago tayo maging magkaibigan.
The meeting of two or more individuals resulting in acquaintance.
At gatherings, we often get acquainted with new people.
Sa mga pagtitipon, madalas tayong magkilala ng mga bagong tao.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Let's get acquainted!
Let us introduce ourselves and get to know each other.
Magkilala tayo!

Related Words

known
A person who has a reputation or recognition.
kilala
to recognize
The action of identifying or acknowledging a person or thing.
kilalanin

Slang Meanings

to get familiar
We need to get familiar before we start the project.
Kailangan natin magkilala bago tayo magsimula ng proyekto.
to be overly serious or distant
Let’s get to know each other first, don’t be too distant!
Magkilala muna tayo, huwag kang masyadong maasim!
to trick or fool someone
Let’s get to know each other first, don't try to fool me.
Magkilala muna tayo, huwag kang magbudol sa akin.