Magkuwadra (en. To quadrate)

/maɡkuˈwadɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To act to make something quadrate, to put into a quadrate.
We need to quadrate the animals before the storm arrives.
Kailangan nating magkuwadra ng mga hayop bago dumating ang bagyo.
To undertake the process of caring for or tending the animals in a quadrate.
We must quadrate them to make care easier.
Dapat natin silang magkuwadra upang mas madaling mangalaga.

Etymology

Originates from the root word 'kuwadra' which means a type of enclosure or stable for animals.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to quadrate animals
The process of gathering animals into an enclosure.
magkuwadra ng mga hayop

Related Words

stable
A place where animals are kept for their care.
kuwadra

Slang Meanings

to cuddle or to be sweet
Don't you want to 'cuddle' on the sofa while watching a movie?
Diba gusto mo 'magkuwadra' sa sofa habang nanonood ng movie?
to become close or to bond
'Let's 'hang out' at the mall so we can go in together.'
'Magkuwadra' tayo sa mall, para naman makapasok tayong magkasama.
to be comfortable with each other
'It's so nice to 'hang out' when you're with friends.'
Napaka sarap 'magkuwadra' kapag kasama mo ang mga kaibigan.