Makuha (en. To get)

ma-ku-ha

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To possess or obtain something.
You need to get your things before leaving.
Kailangan mong makuha ang iyong mga gamit bago umalis.
To capture someone's attention or interest.
He wants to get his teacher's attention.
Nais niyang makuha ang atensyon ng kanyang guro.
To be able to receive or be granted something.
You can get a discount if you are a student.
Makakakuha ka ng diskwento kung ikaw ay estudyante.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Can I get this?
A question asking if it is possible to obtain something.
Makuha ko ba ito?
I can't get the right answer.
Struggling to obtain the correct information or answer.
Hindi ko makuha ang tamang sagot.

Related Words

take
The process of obtaining or harvesting something.
kuha
achieve
Another term for obtaining or acquiring.
makamtan

Slang Meanings

story of life or experience
You'll get hooked on his story, the theme is beautiful!
Makuha ka sa kwento niya, ang ganda ng tema!
to get a chance
I hope I get that job I've applied for.
Sana makuha ko yung trabaho na ina-applyan ko.
to reach or obtain something
You'll only get that if you work hard.
Makuha lang yan kung magsisikap ka.