Mamanhik (en. Going up)

/ma-ma-nhik/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb form that means to ascend or start going up to a place.
He will go up the mountain to see the beautiful view.
Mamanhik siya sa bundok para makita ang magandang tanawin.
Can refer to climbing something or flying.
The bird will go up the tree after eating.
Mamanhik ang ibon sa puno pagkatapos kumain.

Etymology

Part of the word 'manhik' with the prefix 'ma-' indicating action.

Common Phrases and Expressions

going up the tree
Ascending or climbing the tree.
mamanhik sa puno

Related Words

manhik
The root word meaning to ascend.
manhik

Slang Meanings

To climb or ascend
Let's climb the mountain this weekend!
Mamanhik tayo sa bundok sa weekend!
To aspire for a higher position
When I return to work, I will aim to become a manager.
Kapag bumalik ako sa trabaho, mamanhik ako para maging manager.
To improve one's life or status
We should work hard to move up in life.
Dapat tayong magsikap para mamanhik sa buhay.