Makaamanos (en. To have advantage)

/makaˈamanos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

A verb meaning to have the ability to gain an advantage or obtain something.

Students have an advantage in their projects due to the help of the teacher.

Makaamanos ang mga estudyante sa kanilang mga proyekto dahil sa tulong ng guro.

Refers to the ability to gain favor or benefit in a situation.

In his experience, he always has an advantage in negotiations.

Sa kanyang karanasan, siya ay lagi na makaamanos sa mga negosasyon.

Derived from the word 'kama' referring to 'resting place' or 'habitat' and the prefix 'maka-' indicating ability to achieve or acquire.

to have advantages in life

Possibility to achieve success or progress.

makaamanos sa buhay

advantage

Having more favor or benefit compared to others.

kalamangan

success

Achieving a good outcome in an endeavor.

tagumpay

to be flirtatious or overly friendly

It seems like you're just being flirtatious with your friends, but deep down, you just want to hang out with them.

Parang makaamanos ka lang sa mga kaibigan mo, pero sa totoo lang, gusto mo lang makasama sila.

to pretend to be okay even when one is not

Sometimes, people are overly friendly on social media, showing a happy life even when they're sad.

Minsan, makaamanos ang mga tao sa social media, nagpapakita ng masayang buhay kahit malungkot.