Tomaposesyon (en. To possess)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Action that describes acquiring or obtaining something.
You need to possess your dreams to achieve success.
Kailangan mong tomaposesyon ang iyong mga pangarap upang makamit ang tagumpay.
The act of having control or ownership of something.
The possession of the right tools at work is important.
Mahalaga ang tomaposesyon ng mga tamang kagamitan sa trabaho.
Organizing oneself to deserve something.
We must possess knowledge to be effective in our duties.
Dapat tayong tomaposesyon ng kaalaman upang maging epektibo sa ating mga tungkulin.

Etymology

English: 'to possess' + Filipino affix

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have ownership
The act of having or acquiring something that belongs to you.
magkaroon ng pagmamay-ari
prepare to possess
Preparation for acquiring something.
maghanda upang magkaroon

Related Words

property
Refers to things owned by a person.
pag-aari
control
The ability to manage or oversee something.
kontrol

Slang Meanings

To score (to win or get something desired)
Wow, you're amazing! You scored so many things from this sale!
Grabe, ang galing mo! Ang dami mong nakumubra sa sale na 'to!
To own (to have control or possession over something)
Have you owned your new condo yet?
Umari ka na ba sa bagong condo mo?
To grab (to obtain or start a connection with something)
Have the tickets for the concert been grabbed yet?
Nakuha na ba ang mga tickets para sa concert?