Masukol (en. To confront)

mɑˈsu.kol

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of facing or responding to a situation or person, often related to confrontation.
He needs to confront his fears to achieve his dreams.
Kailangan niyang masukol ang kanyang takot upang makamit ang kanyang mga pangarap.
To be ready to face any challenge or problem.
He is determined and ready to confront any challenge.
Mahigpit ang kanyang loob at handa na siyang masukol ang anumang hamon.
The act of attacking or opposing an adversary or main problem.
He confronted the issues in his business to advance.
Masukol niya ang mga isyu sa kanyang negosyo upang umunlad.

Etymology

From the root 'sukol' meaning to confront or face.

Common Phrases and Expressions

confront fear
Face fear or anxiety.
masukol ang takot
confront the challenge
Face a challenge or test.
masukol ang hamon

Related Words

confront
A root word describing responding to a situation, often related to confrontation.
sukol

Slang Meanings

to defeat or overcome a challenge or person
Do you think you can take on your crush at the party later?
Masukol mo kaya 'yung crush mo sa party mamaya?
to confront or fight against
You can't take him on yet, he's too strong!
Hindi mo pa siya masusukol, masyadong matibay 'yan!