Magtrabaho (en. To work)
/maɡtrəˈbaho/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An action or task performed by a person.
Work well to achieve your dreams.
Magtrabaho ka nang mabuti upang makamit ang iyong mga pangarap.
Having a regular job for income.
He needs to work to provide for his family.
Kailangan niyang magtrabaho upang makapagbigay para sa kanyang pamilya.
The action of a group of people towards a specific goal.
Let’s work as a team to complete the project.
Magtrabaho tayo bilang isang koponan upang makumpleto ang proyekto.
Etymology
From the word 'trabaho' meaning 'work' and the prefix 'mag-' indicating the act of performing an action.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Work diligently
Work with dedication and effort.
Magtrabaho ng masigasig
Work for the future
Strive now for a better future.
Magtrabaho para sa kinabukasan
Related Words
work
A task or responsibility performed for income or purpose.
trabaho
partner
A person who helps or partners in a task or project.
katuwang
Slang Meanings
to hang out
Aren't you going to work? It seems like you'd rather just hang out here.
Hindi ka ba magtratrabaho? Parang mas gusto mo na lang magtambay dito.
so tired
Oh no, you should work so you're not so tired.
Naku, magtrabaho ka na para hindi ka na pagod na pagod.
salary
What are you doing? You should work for that salary!
Ano bang ginagawa mo? Dapat magtrabaho ka para sa sweldo!
just keep fighting!
I hope you don’t get burned out, but just keep fighting at work!
Sana hindi ka maburn out, pero laban lang sa magtrabaho!