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    Maiakma (en. To be appropriate)

    /ma.jak.ma/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The action that is appropriate or suitable for a certain condition or situation.
    His attire is suitable for the formal event.
    Maiakma ang kanyang kasuotan sa pormal na okasyon.
    The ability to adapt to the changes or events that occur.
    We need to adjust our plans based on the new information.
    Kailangan nating maiakma ang ating mga plano batay sa bagong impormasyon.
    The process of arranging things to be suitable.
    The tools can be adjusted for more effective work.
    Maiakma ang mga kagamitan para sa mas epektibong trabaho.

    Etymology

    from the word 'akma' meaning 'appropriate' or 'suitable'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Appropriate for the situation
    Suitable for the current condition.
    Maiakma sa sitwasyon

    Related Words

    appropriate
    An adjective meaning compatible or suitable.
    akma

    Slang Meanings

    To cover or hide things that others shouldn't see.
    He didn't want to hide his gift because others might get jealous.
    Ayaw niyang maiakma ang kanyang pasalubong dahil baka mainggit ang iba.
    To pretend or to act as if there's another purpose.
    Sometimes he pretends to carry his bag to make it seem like he has something important.
    Minsan naiakma niya ang kanyang dalang bag para akalaing may importante siyang dala.
    To be a mysterious person.
    She caught her eye on John because he seemed to be hiding something.
    Nahulog ang tingin niya kay John kasi mukhang naiakma siya.