Mapatawag (en. To be called)

/ma.pa.tawag/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A word indicating an action that is happening, completed, or will be done.
You will be called by the names of the students in the class.
Mapatawag ka sa pangalan ng mga estyudante sa klase.
To call; to act in order to attract attention.
He is often called when there are important announcements.
Madalas siyang mapatawag kapag may mga mahalagang anunsyo.
Exchange of information or communication that prompts a call.
His information can be called upon three times.
Ang kanyang impormasyon ay maaaring mapatawag sa tatlong pagkakataon.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'tawag' meaning 'call' or 'to call'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Call by name
The process of calling out someone's name.
Mapatawag ng pangalan

Related Words

call
The word 'call' refers to the act of calling someone or something.
tawag
to call
A verb form meaning 'to call' or 'to summon'.
tawagin

Slang Meanings

to call or text to ask (someone)
Call me, I need your advice on my project.
Mapatawag ka, kailangan ko ng advice mo sa project ko.
to get in touch with someone
He said he would call when he is free.
Sabi niya, mapatawag raw siya kapag free na siya.
to check or follow up with someone
Call him, he might want to check in about the schedule.
Tawagan mo na siya, baka gusto niyang mapatawag tungkol sa schedule.