Makatulay (en. To accompany)

[ma-ka-tu-lay]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To do something together with others.
He wants to accompany his friend in the project.
Nais niyang makatulay sa kanyang kaibigan sa proyekto.
To join someone in a journey or activity.
Any of the teachers will accompany them on the field trip.
Alinman sa mga guro ang makatulay sa kanila sa field trip.
To be with someone in a specific task.
His goal is to accompany children in need.
Ang kanyang layunin ay makatulay sa mga batang nangangailangan.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'katulay' which means companion or ally.

Common Phrases and Expressions

accompany in hardship
The act of supporting or assisting another person in their difficult times.
makatulay sa hirap

Related Words

helper
A person who assists or accompanies in a task.
katulong
companion
A person usually accompanied by others.
kasama

Slang Meanings

Therapist or counselor (usually refers to people who provide emotional support).
I want someone to be my support for my problems in life.
Gusto ko ng makatulay para sa mga problema ko sa buhay.
Someone to talk to or anything you can trust.
Let me know if you need someone to lean on, I’m just here.
Sabihin mo sa akin kung kailangan mo ng makatulay, nandito lang ako.