Maglaan (en. To allocate)
maɡˈlaan
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
To make an allocation or distribution of something.
Let's allocate some time for studying.
Maglaan tayo ng oras para sa pag-aaral.
To set aside a portion for a specific purpose.
He allocated a fund to provide aid for the victims.
Nagtakda siya ng pondo upang maglaan ng tulong sa mga biktima.
To offer or distribute resources or assets.
We should allocate resources for the project.
Dapat tayong maglaan ng mga mapagkukunan para sa proyekto.
Etymology
from the root word 'laan', meaning 'to prepare' or 'allocate'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
allocate time
to use time for a particular activity
maglaan ng panahon
allocate funds
to set aside a specific amount of money for a purpose
maglaan ng pondo
Related Words
allocation
The act of preparing or designating something.
laan
set aside
Related to the act of allocating or organizing things.
ukol
Slang Meanings
To offer
Set aside some time for your family.
Maglaan ka ng oras para sa pamilya mo.
To allocate
Allocate a budget for this project.
Maglaan ka ng budget para sa project na 'to.
To reserve
Reserve a seat for the guests.
Maglaan ka ng upuan para sa mga bisita.