Samantalahin (en. Take advantage)

/samaˈnталahɪn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To perform an action or use an opportunity for one's own benefit.
Take advantage of these opportunities to improve.
Samantalahin mo ang mga pagkakataong ito upang umunlad.
To use something that has no value to others for one's own benefit.
Do not take advantage of other people's situations.
Huwag samantalahin ang sitwasyon ng iba.
To gain positive results from a situation.
Let’s take advantage of the offers now.
Samantalahin natin ang mga alok ngayon.

Etymology

From the word 'samantala' which means 'taking advantage of an opportunity' and the suffix '-hin' used for verbs.

Common Phrases and Expressions

take the chance
Acting at the right time to gain benefits.
samantalahin ang pagkakataon
take advantage of the offer
Utilizing a beneficial offer or proposal.
samantalahin ang alok

Related Words

opportunity
Refers to a chance or situation that can be a source of benefit.
samantala
opportunity
A situation or chance that provides the possibility of doing something.
pagkakataon

Slang Meanings

take advantage
Just take advantage of it while it's still there.
Suwapin mo na lang 'yan habang nandiyan pa.
grab it
Grab it, it's not always going to be there.
Kunin mo na 'yan, hindi naman lagi 'yan nandiyan.
reach for it
Reach for it, it might be gone soon.
Abutin mo na 'yan, baka magunaw pa.