Magsamantala (en. Take advantage)

/mæɡsɑːmɑnˈtɑlɑ/

Meaning & Definition

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verb

Perform an action or task at the given opportunity.

Take advantage of this opportunity to improve yourself.

Magsamantala ka sa pagkakataong ito upang mapabuti ang iyong sarili.

To use something or someone for one's own benefit.

Do not take advantage of others' weaknesses.

Huwag magsamantala sa kahinaan ng iba.

from the word 'samantala' meaning 'temporary' or 'interim'

take advantage of the opportunity

Utilize an opportunity that has benefits.

magsamantala sa pagkakataon

do not take advantage

Express a reminder to avoid the misuse of power or opportunity.

huwag magsamantala

temporary

Refers to the acceptance or use of things that are temporary.

samanatala

take advantage

A verb meaning to utilize an opportunity or thing beneficially.

samantalahin

to seize or take advantage of

Take advantage of the opportunity, it might not come again.

Magsamantala ka na sa oportunidad, baka hindi na maulit.

to fish for opportunities

Take advantage of the past hours to get into the competition.

Magsamantala ka sa mga nakalipas na oras para makapasok sa kumpetisyon.

grab it now!

Take advantage now! Grab this chance!

Magsamantala ka na! Grab mo na ang chance na ito!

taking advantage (in a more selfish or opportunistic way)

Take advantage of the situation to get what you want.

Magsamantala ka sa situwasyon, para makuha ang gusto mo.