Makinabang (en. Benefit)

mak-i-nabang

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
to cause a gain or benefit
The new project will benefit the community.
Ang bagong proyekto ay makikinabang sa komunidad.
to receive a gain or benefit
All students will benefit from this education.
Lahat ng mga estudyante ay makinabang sa edukasyong ito.

Etymology

from the word 'benefit' in English

Common Phrases and Expressions

to take advantage of opportunities
to take advantage of opportunities
makinabang sa mga oportunidad
to benefit greatly
to benefit greatly
makinabang ng husto

Related Words

benefit
a benefit or a positive outcome
pakinabang
benefit
advantage or gain derived from something
benepisyo

Slang Meanings

to provide fan service or partner with others for mutual benefit
You'll benefit by giving a tip to Juan; he can help you in return.
Makinabang ka sa pagbibigay ng tip kay Juan, makakatulong din siya sa'yo.
to earn or gain benefit from something
I saw him profiting from handing out flyers, so I also combined tasks.
Nakita kong makinabang siya sa pamimigay ng flyers kaya pinagsabay-sabay na rin ang paggawa.
to become popular or well-known because of something
Because of his viral video, he has benefited by gaining many followers.
Dahil sa viral video niya, makinabang na siya sa pagkakaroon ng maraming followers.