Makatanaw (en. To be able to see)

ma-ka-ta-naw

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The ability to see or perceive something.
I can see the sky while it is raining.
Makatanaw ako sa kalangitan habang umuulan.
Having the ability to identify details or objects in the surroundings.
He can see the birds on the branches of the tree.
Makatanaw siya ng mga ibon sa mga sanga ng puno.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to see into the future
the ability to see possibilities for the future
makatanaw sa hinaharap
to see from above
to look from a high place
makatanaw mula sa taas

Related Words

to be visible
The ability to see something due to a clear view.
matanaw
sight
The act of seeing or observing something from a distance.
tanaw

Slang Meanings

to look
It's fun to look at the kids playing in the park.
Nakakatuwang makatanaw sa mga bata na naglalaro sa parke.
to peek
I peeked out the window to look outside.
Sumilip ako sa bintana para makatanaw sa labas.
to gaze
I gazed when I saw the beautiful scenery.
Umaninaw na ako nang makatanaw sa magandang tanawin.