Magpakatawan (en. To embody)
/maɡpa.ka.taw.an/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
To perform an activity that results in the display of the body or physical form.
You need to embody during the training period.
Kailangan mong magpakatawan sa panahon ng pagsasanay.
To become a concrete representation of an idea or subject.
She embodies arts in her creations.
Magpakatawan siya ng mga sining sa kanyang mga likha.
To display one's personality through actions or movements.
He embodied a hero in his performance.
Siya ay nagpakatawan ng isang bayani sa kanyang pagganap.
Etymology
Composed of the root word 'katawan' with the prefix 'mag-' meaning 'to become' or 'to act'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to embody emotion
to display feelings through physical actions.
magpakatawan ng emosyon
Related Words
body
Refers to the physical form or part of a person or animal.
katawan
Slang Meanings
To show courage or determination.
He stood strong and faced the challenges.
Naging matatag siya at nagpakatawan sa harap ng mga hamon.
To speak or act with enthusiasm.
When you show enthusiasm in the debate, you can recover better from questions.
Kapag nagpakatawan ka sa debate, mas makakabawi ka sa mga tanong.
To be active or involved in something.
You should participate in the group's projects to be recognized.
Dapat magpakatawan ka sa mga proyekto ng grupo para makilala ka.