Makikatig (en. Helpful)

/makikaˈtig/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of helping or reaching out to another person.
Sometimes, we need to help those in need.
Minsan, kailangan nating makikatig sa mga taong nangangailangan.
Doing or assisting with tasks that require help.
Students will help with household chores in their respective families.
Ang mga estudyante ay makikatig sa mga gawaing bahay sa kani-kanilang pamilya.

Common Phrases and Expressions

You need to help.
Indicates that there is a need for assistance.
Kailangan mong makikatig.

Related Words

katig
The word 'katig' describes a person or thing that provides support or assistance.
katig
tulong
Demonstrates the action of providing help to others.
tulong

Slang Meanings

to join in or participate in a conversation or situation
Mark said, 'Are you just going to listen or are you going to join our chat?'
Sabi ni Mark, 'Makikatig ka na lang ba o makikibahagi ka sa aming kwentuhan?'
to join or tag along with a group
'Do you want to join our trip to the beach?'
'Gusto mo bang makikatig sa trip namin sa beach?'
to participate in an activity or conversation that you didn't initiate
'Don't be shy to join in, just enjoy!'
'Huwag kang mahiyang makikatig, enjoy lang!'