Magpakana (en. To plot or scheme)

/mag.pa.ka.na/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The effort to achieve a specific result or event through planning.
They need to plot carefully to accomplish their project.
Kailangan nilang magpakana ng maayos upang matupad ang kanilang proyekto.
Having a strategy that may be beneficial.
He will scheme well to gain everyone's trust.
Siya ay magpakana ng mabuti upang makuha ang tiwala ng lahat.
Creating plans or ideas in a complex manner.
They should plot thorough details to achieve their goal.
Dapat silang magpakana ng masusing mga detalye para makamit ang kanilang layunin.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'pakana' which means 'to plan' or 'to contrive'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to plot something evil
to make a harmful plan against someone else
magpakana ng masama
to plot something good
to make a positive plan or strategy
magpakana ng mabuti

Related Words

plot
A plan or strategy that usually has the capacity to achieve a goal.
pakana
strategy
A detailed plan or method to achieve a specific result.
estratehiya

Slang Meanings

To go all in on gambling
Just go all in on the game, don't waste the chance!
Magpakana ka na lang sa laro, huwag mong sayangin ang pagkakataon!
To dive deep into love
No matter how painful it is, you also need to dive deep into your love for him/her.
Kahit gaano kasakit, kailangan mo ring magpakana sa pagmamahal mo sa kanya.
To fully immerse oneself in life
Just immerse yourself in life, enjoy what you have!
Magpakana ka na lang sa buhay, i-enjoy mo kung anong meron ka!