Salukan (en. Catch)

sah-loo-kahn

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An action of taking or catching something.
The catching of fish was successful in our fishing.
Ang salukan ng isda ay naging matagumpay sa aming pangingisda.
A compound form from the root word 'saluk'.
In their game, the catching of the ball is often discussed.
Sa kanilang laro, ang salukan ng bola ay madalas na pinag-uusapan.
verb
The action of catching or receiving something.
Catch the balls while we're playing.
Salukan mo ang mga bola habang naglalaro tayo.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'saluk', meaning 'to catch' or 'to gather'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

catching the rain
catching the rain or seeking shelter from it
salukan ng ulan

Related Words

saluk
Root word of 'salukan' meaning 'to catch' or 'to gather'.
saluk

Slang Meanings

to accept or to pass
Just pass the news to Mark.
Salukan mo na lang yung balita kay Mark.
to give support
Support me on my project, I need help.
Salukan mo ako sa project ko, kailangan ko ng tulong.
to participate
Let's join this event, it will be fun!
Salukan tayo sa event na ito, magiging masaya!