Filipino · Common Verbs
makilala
To know (people); to meet
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Definition
To be familiar with a person, or to meet for the first time.
Example
Kilala mo ba ang restawran na ito?
Do you know this restaurant?
Etymology
'Makilala' stems from the root word 'kilala,' which means 'known.' The prefix 'ma-' suggests an action of becoming known or knowing someone.
How & Where It’s Used
'Makilala' is frequently used in both spoken and written contexts, often in social settings related to introductions and relationships.