Take in Tagalog

“Take” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “kunin”, “kumuha”, or “tanggapin”, depending on the context. This versatile verb has multiple meanings ranging from physically taking something to accepting or understanding information.

Discover the different meanings and applications of “take” in Tagalog to improve your fluency in Filipino communication.

[Words] = Take

[Definition]:

• Take /teɪk/
• Verb 1: To get something into one’s possession or control by force or effort.
• Verb 2: To carry or bring something with oneself to another place.
• Verb 3: To accept or receive something offered.
• Verb 4: To require or need a particular amount of time.
• Verb 5: To consume food, drink, or medicine.

[Synonyms] = Kunin, Kumuha, Tanggapin, Dalhin, Inumin (for taking medicine/drinks), Kainin (for taking food)

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: Please take this book to the library for me.
• Ex1_PH: Pakiusap na dalhin mo ang librong ito sa aklatan para sa akin.
• Ex2_EN: It will take about two hours to drive to the beach.
• Ex2_PH: Aabutin ng mga dalawang oras ang pagmamaneho papunta sa dalampasigan.
• Ex3_EN: Don’t forget to take your vitamins every morning.
• Ex3_PH: Huwag kalimutang inumin ang iyong bitamina tuwing umaga.
• Ex4_EN: She decided to take the job offer from the company.
• Ex4_PH: Nagpasya siyang tanggapin ang alok ng trabaho mula sa kumpanya.
• Ex5_EN: Can you take a photo of us with this camera?
• Ex5_PH: Maaari mo bang kunan ng larawan kami gamit ang kamerang ito?