Filipino · Common Verbs
gumawa
To do; to make
Beginnerverb
Definition
To perform an action or create something.
Example
Ano ang ginagawa mo?
What are you doing?
Etymology
'Gumawa' derives from the root word 'gawa,' which means 'to do' or 'to make.' The prefix 'um-' signals an active engagement in making or doing something.
How & Where It’s Used
'Gumawa' is used in both spoken and written language across informal and formal settings, especially in discussions about work or projects.