Pumatol (en. To engage)

/pu.ma.tol/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

The act of accepting or agreeing to an offered thing.

He engages in all job opportunities.

Nagpumapatol siya sa lahat ng mga oportunidad sa trabaho.

The act of joining in a conversation or activity.

He didn't engage in the debate because he knew it was pointless.

Hindi siya pumatol sa debate dahil alam niyang walang saysay iyon.

The act of calling or attracting attention from others.

His style is captivating, so he often engages public attention.

Nakakaakit ang kanyang estilo, kaya't madalas siyang pumatol sa pansin ng publiko.

Derived from the behavior of rejecting or avoiding something, coupled with the action of accepting or agreeing.

engaging in a quarrel

getting involved in a debate or discussion that is of no benefit.

pumatol sa alitang

to engage

A verb meaning to act with willingness or agreement.

pumatol

To engage or hook up with someone, often for a pleasurable or exciting experience.

Did you see Liza? She quickly hooked up with another guy!

Nakita mo ba si Liza? Ang bilis niyang pumatol sa ibang lalaki!

To have a fling or a casual relationship.

He might hook up with his coworker, but I just don't know if they're serious.

Baka pumatol siya sa kanyang katrabaho, pero di ko lang alam kung seryoso sila.

To date or get to know other people.

My friend said it's okay to hook up sometimes, as long as you're open to new experiences.

Sabi ng barkada ko, okay lang na pumatol minsan, basta't open ka sa bagong experiences.

To act cute or charm someone to win their affection.

He needs to charm her if he wants to win Jane over.

Kailangan niyang pumatol kung gusto niyang makuha si Jane.