Magmulta (en. To fine)

/mɑɡˈmʊl.tɑ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of imposing a fine as a penalty.
The judge will fine those who violated the law.
Magmulta ang hukom sa mga lumabag sa batas.
The process of imposing a penalty in the form of money.
He will fine twenty thousand pesos for non-compliance.
Magmulta siya ng halagang dalawampung libong piso sa hindi pagsunod.

Etymology

From the word 'fine' which means a penalty in the form of money.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to impose a monetary fine
the imposition of an amount as a penalty
magmulta ng pera

Related Words

fine
A penalty often paid to the state or an agency related to violations of the law.
multa
to impose a fine
The act of imposing a fine on a person or entity.
ipagmulta

Slang Meanings

Penalty (to impose a penalty/fee)
Because of his speed, he was fined by the police.
Sa sobrang bilis ng takbo, pinagmulta siya ng pulis.
To give a ticket/fine
If you don’t follow the law, you will definitely be fined.
Kapag hindi ka sumusunod sa batas, magmulta ka talaga.
To charge a fee/punishment
Because of his mistake, it was decided that he would be fined.
Dahil sa kanyang pagkakamali, napagdesisyunan na magmulta siya.