Pataasin (en. To elevate)

/pataˈasin/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
This is a verb meaning to raise or make something high.
We need to raise our voices so everyone can hear us.
Kailangan nating pataasin ang ating boses upang marinig tayo ng lahat.
Performing an action aimed at causing an increase.
The project aims to elevate the level of education in our area.
Ang proyekto ay naglalayong pataasin ang antas ng edukasyon sa ating lugar.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'taas' with the prefix 'pa-' and the infix '-i-'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

raise the level
To elevate the level or standard of something.
pataasin ang antas

Related Words

height
Refers to a high position or level.
taas
increase
The process of raising or elevating something.
pagtaas

Slang Meanings

To boost one's ego or pride.
Because of his millions of views, it seems like he's trying to elevate his petition in the talent show.
Dahil sa kanyang milyon-milyong views, mukhang pataasin na ang petisyon niya sa talent show.
To elevate the quality or status.
We need to raise the quality of our product to make it appealing.
Kailangan nating pataasin ang kalidad ng ating produkto para maging kaakit-akit.
To uplift a situation.
You should raise your grade to get a scholarship.
Dapat ay pataasin mo ang iyong grado upang makakuha ng scholarship.