Makisakay (en. To hitch a ride)

ma-ki-sa-kay

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

To join or hitch a ride on a vehicle during a journey.

Let's hitch a ride on the bus to the town.

Makisakay tayo sa bus papuntang bayan.

To accompany or join in order to ride with someone else's vehicle.

Every time we move, I always hitch a ride with my friend.

Sa bawat paglipat, lagi akong makikisakay sa kaibigan ko.

Hitch a ride with someone else

To go or travel with someone else in their vehicle.

Makisakay sa ibang tao

ride

Means to get on or enter a vehicle.

sakay

to join or participate in an activity or group

Alright, I'll join you guys for dinner out later!

Sige, makisakay na ako sa inyo sa pagkain sa labas mamaya!

to follow or partake in a trend

I feel like I want to join in on that new dance!

Parang gusto ko ring makisakay sa bagong sayaw na yan!

to borrow or seek help from someone

I really need to borrow some money because I don't have any.

Kailangan ko talagang makisakay sa utang kasi wala akong pera.