Magpatatu (en. To get a tattoo)

/mɐg.pa.tɐ.tu/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Action referring to the process of tattooing the body.
She wants to get a tattoo of a symbol on her arm.
Nais niyang magpatatu ng isang simbolo sa kanyang braso.
Looking for an artist or person who does tattoos.
He will get a tattoo from a famous tattoo artist in the city.
Magpatatu siya mula sa kilalang tattoo artist sa lungsod.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'tatu' meaning tattoo or mark on the skin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Get a tattoo now!
An encouragement to get a tattoo.
Magpatatu ka na!

Related Words

tattoo
A mark or design that is inked on the skin.
tatu

Slang Meanings

Get a tattoo, or make a serious decision.
I really need to get a tattoo, it's playtime during the pandemic!
Kailangan ko na talagang magpatatu, playtime na pandemya!
To act more steadfast or be determined.
Because I don't want to give up, I committed to my dreams.
Dahil ayaw kong sumuko, nagpatatu ako sa mga pangarap ko.
To try something that was previously avoided.
I was afraid of needles before, but I finally got a tattoo.
Dati akong takot sa needles, pero nagpatatu ako sa wakas.