Magmunakala (en. To ponder)

/maɡmunakɑlɑ/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
An action of contemplating or thinking deeply about something.
We should ponder before making a decision.
Dapat tayong magmunakala bago gumawa ng desisyon.
The process of reflecting or weighing opinions.
He spends his time pondering about his future.
Ginugugol niya ang oras niya upang magmunakala tungkol sa kanyang kinabukasan.
Thinking of concepts and ideas to form a conclusion.
Sometimes, you need to ponder to find the right answer.
Minsan, kailangan mong magmunakala para makahanap ng tamang sagot.

Etymology

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Common Phrases and Expressions

ponder well
weigh options properly
magmunakala ng mabuti
ponder in decisions
think carefully before making decisions
magmunakala sa mga desisyon

Related Words

reflections
Intellectual processes of thinking and contemplation.
mga pagninilay

Slang Meanings

to be a sad boy/girl
Don't be sad, he's already here but you're still waiting.
Huwag kang magmunakala, nandiyan na nga siya pero naghihintay ka pa.
to be dramatic
It's like you're anticipating my drama, just be dramatic already.
Para mo nang inuunahan ang drama ko, magmunakala ka na lang.
to sulk
Why sulk, the day of your meeting is already coming.
Bakit ka magmunakala, umaabot na ang araw ng pagkikita niyo.