Magpatrabaho (en. To work)

mag-pat-ra-ba-ho

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that expresses the act of working.
He needs to work at the new company.
Kailangan niyang magpatrabaho sa bagong kumpanya.
Indicates the process of being employed.
He will work abroad next year.
Magpatrabaho siya sa ibang bansa sa susunod na taon.

Etymology

From the root word 'trabaho' meaning 'work' or 'employment'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

You need to start working.
You need to begin your work.
Magpatrabaho ka na.
I work in front of the computer.
During work hours, I work using the computer.
Magpatrabaho ako sa harap ng computer.

Related Words

work
An activity or task usually done for income.
trabaho
employer
A person or company that offers work.
tagapag-empleyo

Slang Meanings

to ask for a job
You should get a job at the office, they really need you.
Magpatrabaho ka na sa opisina, kailangan ka talaga nila.
to apply for a job
He said he will apply for a job abroad.
Sabi niya, magpatrabaho daw siya sa ibang bansa.
to ask for favors or help regarding work
Can I get tips on how to work with them?
Pahingi ng tips kung paano magpatrabaho sa kanila.