Mangmata (en. To care for or watch over)

/maŋˈmata/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

An action referring to taking care of or looking after people or things.

You need to watch over your sibling while he is sleeping.

Kailangan mong mangmata sa iyong kapatid habang natutulog siya.

The act of being observant of the surroundings.

Fortunately, she was vigilant about the utensils used in the kitchen.

Mabuti na lang at siya'y mangmata sa mga ginagamit na kagamitan sa kusina.

The behavior of paying attention to details.

The teacher should watch over the students while studying.

Dapat mangmata ang guro sa mga estudyante habang nag-aaral.

watch over the children

the act of supervising or caring for the children

mangmata sa mga bata

househelp

A person who assists or serves another, often in household tasks.

mamasukan

Quick to acquire items or wealth.

My siblings are good at it; they can grab a nice piece of land in a snap.

Ang mga kapatid ko, mga mangmata 'yan, kayang makuha ang magandang kapiraso ng lupa sa isang iglap.

Because of the large crowd, they're struggling to buy.

Due to the sales, people are trying to snag deals; it's hard to catch the bargains!

Dahil sa mga sale, ang mga tao ay mga mangmata, ang hirap bumingwit ng mga bargains!

Clearly needing someone or something.

Of course, if you need something, quickly grab it; don't wait for others to offer it!

Siyempre, kung may kailangan ka, mangmata ka, don't wait for others to offer it!