Magtapak (en. To step)

/magˈtapak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

The first form of this verb refers to the action of stepping on something.

You should step on your friend if you want him to stand up.

Magtapak ka sa kaibigan mo kung gusto mong tumayo siya.

An action of supporting or helping another person overcome their problems.

Let's step up for his troubles in life.

Magtapak tayo para sa kanyang hinanakit sa buhay.

A symbol of stepping into new opportunities or possibilities.

We need to step up to the new project in light of upcoming opportunities.

Kailangan nating magtapak sa bagong proyekto salin sa mga pagkakataong darating.

step in front

Stand or sit in a specific position or place.

magtapak sa harapan

step

The action of stepping on the ground or on something.

tapak

to build

The act of creating or constructing something.

magtayo

to ponder or think deeply about something

Oh no, I need to tapak before I make this decision.

Naku, kailangan kong magtapak bago ako gumawa ng desisyon na ito.

to speak meaningfully or precisely

Driver, could you tapak so we can know where we're going?

Driver, tapak ka naman para malaman namin kung saan tayo pupunta.

to be realistic, not too idealistic

In life, you have to tapak and accept the reality.

Sa buhay, kailangan mong tapak at tanggapin ang realidad.