Mamahala (en. To manage)

/ma-ma-ha-la/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To care for or look after a person or thing.
We must manage our children well.
Dapat tayong mamahala ng maayos sa ating mga bata.
To hold a position of power or to lead an organization.
He is the new manager of the company.
Siya ang bagong mamahala ng kumpanya.
To organize or arrange activities and people.
It is important to manage well for the success of the project.
Mahalaga ang mamahala ng maayos para sa tagumpay ng proyekto.

Etymology

It originates from the root word 'halaga' meaning 'value' or 'price'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

manage well
supervision of things with diligence and discipline.
mamahala ng maayos
manage the budget
supervision of the money used for projects.
mamahala sa pondo

Related Words

management
The process of managing people and resources.
pamamahala
leader
A person who manages or leads a group.
pinuno

Slang Meanings

to take charge
Okay, you handle this project.
Sige, ikaw na ang mamahala sa project na 'to.
to be the boss
It seems like you really want to be in charge here, huh?
Parang gusto mo talagang mamahala dito, no?