Umanta (en. Arrive)

/uˈmanta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Refers to the act of arriving or responding to something.
He arrived at his appointment on time without being late.
Umanta siya sa kanyang takdang oras na hindi nahuli.
The movement from one place to another.
We arrived at the venue early to prepare.
Umanta kami sa venue na maaga upang maghanda.
Responding to a question or challenge.
He responded to the teacher's question with confidence.
Umanta siya sa tanong ng guro nang may katiyakan.

Etymology

from the root word 'anta' meaning 'to arrive' or 'to express.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

answer a call
to respond to a call or ring.
umanta ng tawag

Related Words

response
A term referring to the act of replying or reacting.
pagtugon

Slang Meanings

To dance or move to music.
They danced at the party and really enjoyed it.
Umanta sila sa party at nag-enjoy talaga.
To pretend to be happy or lively even when one isn't.
She put on a happy face even though she had problems at home.
Umanta siya kahit na may problema sa bahay.
To join in on the fun or festivities with others.
Come on, let's celebrate in the streets with friends!
Tara na, umanta tayo sa kalsada kasama ang mga kaibigan!