Magpatama (en. To correct)

mag-pa-ta-ma

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To take steps to correct or adjust a mistake or misunderstanding.
We need to correct any misinformation before the meeting.
Kailangan nating magpatama ng mga maling impormasyon bago ang pagpupulong.
To provide the correct information or answer to a question or issue.
He firmly corrected the students' questions.
Mahigpit na nagpatama siya sa mga tanong ng mga estudyante.
To convey the correct perspective or opinion to others.
He retracted his statement and corrected his mistake.
Binawi niya ang kanyang sinabi at nagpatama sa kanyang pagkakamali.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to correct mistakes
Adjusting wrong or incorrect statements.
magpatama sa pagkakamali

Related Words

correction
A way of expressing that may contain medication or direct correction.
patama
to speak
The act of expressing or stating things.
magsalita

Slang Meanings

To correct or set someone straight.
Just correct him if there's something wrong with what he said.
Magpatama ka na lang sa kanya kung may mali sa sinabi niya.
To express feelings or opinions without being confrontational.
We need to set things straight regarding the misunderstandings in the group.
Kailangang magpatama tayo sa mga hindi pagkakaintindihan sa grupo.