Makakuha (en. To get)

/makakuha/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Refers to the action of obtaining something or information.
You need to get permission before joining the competition.
Kailangan mong makakuha ng permiso bago sumali sa kumpetisyon.
A way of acquiring resources or goods.
The fishermen will get a lot of fish from the lake.
Ang mga mangingisda ay makakakuha ng maraming isda sa lawa.
The process of retrieving information from a source.
We must gather the correct data for our study.
Dapat tayong makakuha ng tamang datos para sa ating pag-aaral.

Etymology

The word 'makakuha' comes from the root word 'kuha' meaning 'to get' or 'to obtain' and the verb prefix 'ma' indicating capability.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to seize an opportunity
to take advantage of a chance
makakuha ng pagkakataon
to acquire knowledge
to gain understanding or information
makakuha ng kaalaman

Related Words

kuha
the root word meaning 'to take' or 'to get'.
kuha
pagsasaayos
the process of arranging things to become more orderly.
pagsasaayos

Slang Meanings

to grab
He said, let's just grab some money from the ATM.
Sabi niya, makadampot lang tayo ng pera mula sa ATM.
to catch or absorb
I'm looking for a way to catch some new ideas.
Naghahanap ako ng paraan para sumagap ng bagong ideya.
to take cash
Can I take some cash from your wallet?
Puwede ba akong kuwarta-take diyan sa wallet mo?