Makagawa (en. To be able to do/make)

ma-ka-ga-wa

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Expresses the ability to do or make something.
You need to study hard first to be able to make projects correctly.
Kailangan mo munang mag-aral nang mabuti para makagawa ng mga proyekto nang tama.
Means having the capacity or ability to create or invent.
He is truly able to make modern and creative ideas.
Siyang tunay na makagawa ng mga makabago at malikhaing ideya.
Often used in the context of making necessary or required things.
We must be able to make reports before the deadline.
Dapat tayong makagawa ng mga ulat bago ang takdang panahon.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be able to do good
to be productive and create positive outcomes
makagawa ng mabuti
unable to do
unable to fulfill a task or responsibility
hindi makagawa

Related Words

work
The very thing that was made, can be a product or result of an action.
gawa
to do
The verb that refers to the activity of making something.
gumawa

Slang Meanings

quick or easy work
I can do that, making that project is easy!
Kaya ko yan, madali lang makagawa ng project na 'yan!
to take on responsibilities or work
Come on, let's do the group work together!
Tara, sabay tayong makagawa ng trabaho sa grupo!
to be productive or active
We need to make things happen for our dreams.
Dapat tayong makagawa para sa ating mga pangarap.