Magtambak (en. To pile up)

/mag-támbak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To pile up is a verb meaning to collect or heap up things in one place.
You should pile up the children for the playground.
Magtambak ka ng mga bata para sa palaruan.
To pile up materials such as soil or sand in a location.
We need to pile up soil for the project.
Kailangan nating magtambak ng lupa sa proyekto.
To create a mound of things by stacking items together.
He will pile up books on the table.
Siya ay magtatambak ng mga libro sa mesa.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to pile up garbage
to collect unnecessary items
magtambak ng basura

Related Words

pile
A hill or mound of collected items.
tambak
collection
The process of accumulating items.
ipon

Slang Meanings

to collect a lot of things or information
He loves to pile up gossip, as if it would never run out.
Mahilig siyang magtambak ng chismis, parang hindi na mauubos.
to stock up or store things
He piled up food before the storm, just in case.
Nag-tambak siya ng pagkain bago ang bagyo, just in case.
to bring excessive items or equipment
Don't pile too many things in your bag, it might not fit.
Huwag kang magtambak ng maraming bagay sa bag, baka hindi na magkasya.