Nakagayak (en. Preparatory)

/na-ka-ga-yak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Making a preparation or arrangement.
She is preparing for the upcoming celebration.
Nakagayak na siya para sa darating na pagdiriwang.
Providing order to something.
They are arranging the materials for the project.
Nakagayak sila ng mga kagamitan para sa proyekto.
Preparing for an event or situation.
The students are preparing for their presentation.
Nakagayak ang mga estudyante para sa kanilang pagtatanghal.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'ganyak'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

preparing the necessary items
getting things ready needed for an activity
nakagayak ng mga kailangan

Related Words

ganyak
The root word meaning to encourage or prompt action.
ganyak

Slang Meanings

ready, prepared
I’m all set for the party later!
Nakagayak na ako para sa party mamaya!
getting ready, looking good
Before going out, I get ready first.
Bago lumabas, nakagayak muna ako.
putting on clothes
She’s getting dressed, so we’re leaving soon.
Nakagayak na siya kaya't papunta na tayo.