Sumali (en. Joined)

su-ma-li

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of entering a group or organization.
He joined the book lovers' club.
Sumali siya sa klub ng mga mahilig sa libro.
The action of taking part or participating in an activity or event.
All the students joined the competition.
Sumali ang lahat ng mga estudyante sa paligsahan.
Being a part of a project or undertaking.
He wants to join the project of their school.
Nais niyang sumali sa proyekto ng kanilang paaralan.

Etymology

derived from the word 'sali' which means 'to join' or 'to participate'

Common Phrases and Expressions

join the games
to participate or enter the games
sumali sa mga laro
join the conversation
to participate in the discussion
sumali sa usapan

Related Words

sali
the root word meaning 'to enter' or 'to add'
sali
kaisa
a term for unity or action together with others
kaisa

Slang Meanings

join
Join our group already, it’s so much fun here!
Sumali ka na sa grupo namin, ang saya-saya dito!
tag along
Is it okay if I tag along on your outing?
Ayos lang ba kung sumali ako sa lakad niyo?
get involved
I would like to get involved in the cleaning activities in the neighborhood.
Gusto ko sanang sumali sa mga gawaing paglilinis sa barangay.