Pagtangkaan (en. Attempt)
/pagtang-kahn/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of trying to do something.
Their attempt to achieve success was not successful.
Ang kanilang pagtangkaan na makamit ang tagumpay ay hindi nagtagumpay.
An act of trying or testing a situation.
There is an attempt to change the existing policy at the school.
Mayroong pagtangkaan na baguhin ang umiiral na patakaran sa paaralan.
Effort to achieve a goal or aspiration.
The students' attempt to achieve good grades is important.
Ang pagtangkaan ng mga estudyante na makagawa ng mabuting marka ay mahalaga.
Etymology
From the root word 'tangka', which means 'to attempt' or 'to endeavor'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
attempt to achieve
attempt to succeed or attain something specific
pagsubok na makamit
Related Words
attempting
A form of the word 'tangka' that describes an effort or desire to do something.
tangkang
Slang Meanings
Shooting your shot or trying your luck
I'm going to try my luck and court her even though she has a boyfriend.
Pagtangkaan ko na siyang ligawan kahit na may boyfriend na siya.
To make an attempt or effort
Alright, I'll just give that exam a shot even though I haven't reviewed.
Sige, pagtangkaan ko na lang ang exam na 'yan kahit na wala akong review.
Trying to act brave or confident in a situation
Just try to not show that you're nervous.
Pagtangkaan mo na lang na huwag magpahalata na kinakabahan ka.