Manghawak (en. To hold)

/maŋhaˈwak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

A verb that describes the action of holding or grabbing.

Hold on tight to the metal railing so you won't slip.

Manghawak ka ng mahigpit sa hagdang bakal upang hindi ka madulas.

To provide someone help or support by holding hands.

Let's hold hands while crossing the street.

Manghawak tayo ng kamay habang tumatawid sa kalsada.

To grip or grasp an object using the hand or another body part.

Grip the pen while writing.

Manghawak ka ng bolpen habang sumusulat.

The term 'manghawak' is derived from the root word 'hawak' meaning 'to hold' or 'to grasp'.

Seize the opportunity

Grab or accept an opportunity that arises.

Manghawak ng pagkakataon

hold

A noun that refers to the act of holding or the state of an object being held.

hawak

to hold

A verb that describes the act of holding something.

hawakan

To hide or to catch things.

Don't be afraid to catch your problems.

Manghawak ka sa mga prublema mo, huwag kang matakot.

To be ready or to prepare.

You should be ready if someone comes over later.

Dapat manghawak ka kung may pupunta dito mamaya.