From root: kusina
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nagkusina
nag-ku-SI-na
worked in the kitchen
Present (Incomplete)
nagkukusina
nag-ku-ku-SI-na
working in the kitchen
Future (Contemplated)
magkukusina
mag-ku-ku-SI-na
will work in the kitchen
Usage Note
Magkusina is used when referring to performing various tasks in the kitchen, such as preparing ingredients, cooking, and tidying up. It implies a broader range of activities than the specific verb 'magluto' (to cook) and is often used when discussing daily household responsibilities.
Examples
" Magkukusina ako mamaya. "
Natural Translation
I'll work in the kitchen later.
Literal Translation
Will-work-in-kitchen I later.
" Mahirap magkusina kung mainit. "
Natural Translation
It is hard to work in the kitchen if it's hot.
Literal Translation
Hard work-in-kitchen if hot.
" Tuwing umaga, nagkukusina ang aking lola habang nakikinig siya ng lumang kanta sa radyo. "
Natural Translation
Every morning, my grandmother works in the kitchen while she listens to old songs on the radio.
Literal Translation
Every morning, working-in-kitchen the my grandmother while listening she of old song on radio.
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