Magukol (en. To dedicate)

/maˈgu.kol/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

To give or allocate something for a specific purpose.

Let’s dedicate time for our project.

Magukol tayo ng panahon para sa ating proyekto.

To engage or utilize knowledge or skill for another person.

He needs to dedicate his talent to the students.

Kailangang magukol siya ng kanyang talento sa mga mag-aaral.

Allocating attention or effort towards a goal.

It’s important to dedicate attention to health.

Mahalaga ang magukol ng atensyon sa kalusugan.

The word 'gukol' comes from the root word 'gukol' which can refer to a physical or emotional connection.

to dedicate time

to allocate time for something

magukol ng oras

to dedicate attention

to allocate attention

magukol ng pansin

lack

The state of being without sufficient things or needs.

pagkukulang

offering

The act of recognizing or committing to a goal or aspiration.

pag-aalay

to get angry or feel upset

He got mad because he wasn't invited to the party.

Nagmagukol siya dahil hindi siya imbitado sa party.

to be real or show true feelings

Sometimes it's better to just be real than to pretend.

Minsan mas mabuting magukol ka na lang kaysa magpanggap.

to hurt or criticize

Don't be too harsh on her, she might get hurt.

Wag kang magukol masyado sa kanya, kasi jujusko siya.