Filipino · Common Verbs
maghanap
To look for
Beginnerverb
Definition
To try to find something.
Example
Hinahanap ko ang susi ko.
I am looking for my keys.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'hanap' meaning 'to search or look for,' 'maghanap' grew in usage during the influence of various dialects and was formalized in the Spanish colonial period.
How & Where It’s Used
'Maghanap' is commonly used in both written and spoken forms, fitting well in informal contexts as well as in formal settings such as education and literature. Its usage is prevalent throughout the country.