Magtalik (en. To couple)

/magtalik/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of forming a relationship or connection between two or more people.
They coupled after a long time of knowing each other.
Sila ay nagtalik pagkatapos ng mahabang panahon ng pagkakakilala.
Choosing a partner for intimacy or entering into a relationship.
Their love led them to couple.
Ang kanilang pagmamahalan ay nagbigay-daan sa kanilang magtalik.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'talik' which means to have a bond or agreement.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to couple for life
To be together for life.
magtalik ng buhay

Related Words

love
A deep feeling of affection or love for one another.
pag-ibig
marriage
A formal union of two people as spouses.
kasal

Slang Meanings

to start a relationship
They said Jake and I are going to magtalik, so I'm excited!
Sabi nila, magtalik na kami ni Jake, kaya excited ako!
to go solo or create one's own community
I want to magtalik without relying on others, so I'm going to start my own business.
Gusto ko nang magtalik nang hindi umaasa sa iba, kaya magtatayo ako ng sariling negosyo.
to hang out or form a clique
My friends and I decided to magtalik, so we often meet up.
Nagdecide kami ng mga kaibigan ko na magtalik, kaya madalas na kaming nagkikita.