Magtugma (en. Match)

/maɡˈtuɡma/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To correspond is a verb that means to have harmony or similarity.
They need to match their ideas for the project.
Kailangan nilang magtugma ang kanilang mga ideya para sa proyekto.
To match as a verb is also used to express agreement or similarity with other things.
They succeeded in matching their schedules with each other.
Nagtagumpay sila sa magtugma ng kanilang oras sa bawat isa.
To correspond refers to the identification or similarity of form or characteristics.
Sometimes it's hard to match the color of clothes with shoes.
Minsan mahirap magtugma ng kulay ng damit sa sapatos.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'tugma' meaning correspondence or similarity.

Common Phrases and Expressions

match ideas
having the same mindset or perspective
magtugma ng ideya
match schedules
coordination of schedules
magtugma ng oras

Related Words

correspondence
Similarity or harmony.
tugma
link
Having a connection or relation.
kawing

Slang Meanings

In agreement or understanding
Their conversation is great, they really get along.
Ayos na ayos ang usapan nila, talagang magtugma sila.
Happened at the same time
The dates of the two events clashed, so I can't attend one.
Nagtugma ang date ng dalawang events, kaya di ako makapunta sa isa.