Mamutak (en. To force out)

/ma.mu.tak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to force out or remove something from inside.
We need to force out water from the well.
Kailangan nating mamutak ng tubig mula sa balon.
There will come a time when you need to extract important information.
In the exam, you need to extract details from your notes.
Sa pagsusulit, kinakailangan mong mamutak ng mga detalye mula sa iyong mga tala.

Etymology

The word 'mamutak' originates from the root in the Tagalog language 'mutak', which means 'to pour' or 'to ignite'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

force out information
to obtain important knowledge
mamutak ng impormasyon

Related Words

mutak
The root of the word 'mamutak' meaning to pour or ignite.
mutak

Slang Meanings

To take action in a bad situation.
When you act recklessly, don't be surprised if something bad happens to you.
Kapag nagmamutak ka, huwag kang magtaka kung may masamang mangyari sa'yo.
To instigate or bring trouble.
Don't stir up trouble here, people might get angry.
Huwag kang magmamutak dito, baka magalit ang mga tao.