Sagutin (en. To answer)

sag-oo-tin

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of providing an answer to a question or problem.
You need to answer the questions on the exam.
Kailangan mong sagutin ang mga tanong sa eksamin.
The act of responding to a person.
He answered Maria's call.
Sinasagot niya ang tawag ni Maria.
Providing an answer related to a statement.
He should answer the questions in the meeting.
Dapat niyang sagutin ang mga tanong sa pulong.

Etymology

originated from Tagalog

Common Phrases and Expressions

answer me
encouraging someone to provide an answer or response.
sagutin mo ako
answer the questions
providing answers to the questions.
sagutin ang mga tanong

Related Words

answer
The response to a question.
sagot
response
A statement or action as an answer to a question or situation.
tugon

Slang Meanings

Answering or responding to a question
You should respond to him, it would be a waste if you don't.
Dapat mo siyang sagutin, sayang naman kung hindi.
Chat or get back into the conversation
He might not answer you because he's busy.
Baka hindi ka niya sagutin kasi busy siya.
To defend oneself or someone else
You need to respond to the allegations against you.
Kailangan mong sagutin ang mga paratang sa'yo.