Magtukod (en. To build)

/mag-tu-kod/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of constructing or making a structure.
We will build a new house next month.
Magtutukod kami ng bagong bahay sa susunod na buwan.
Creating a project or system.
He wants to establish a business in the village.
Nais niyang magtukod ng isang negosyo sa barangay.
Building relationships or a community.
We will build a stronger organization.
Magtutukod tayo ng mas matibay na samahan.

Etymology

From the word 'tukod' which means to build or erect.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to build a house
construction of a home
magtukod ng bahay
to establish a business
starting a company
magtukod ng negosyo

Related Words

build
A noun referring to any structure or thing that is built.
tukod
architect
A professional who designs and plans buildings.
arkitekto

Slang Meanings

to set up
Set up a booth for the event later!
Mag-tukod ka ng booth para sa event mamaya!
to build
He wants to build a house in the province.
Gusto niyang magtukod ng bahay sa probinsya.
to establish
Let's establish a group for charity.
Magtukod tayo ng grupo para sa charity.
to form
Let's form a team for basketball.
Magtayo tayo ng team para sa basketball.