makisalamuha
makisalamuhâ with stress marks
to socialize or mingle with others
From root: salamuha
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nakisalamuha
na-ki-sa-la-mu-HA
mingled
Present (Incomplete)
nakikisalamuha
na-ki-ki-sa-la-mu-HA
is mingling
Future (Contemplated)
makikisalamuha
ma-ki-ki-sa-la-mu-HA
will mingle
Usage Note
Makisalamuha is the actor-focus maki- form of salamuha, expressing the act of joining and blending into a social group. The maki- prefix conveys participation alongside others, making this the natural verb for mingling at gatherings; it reflects the Filipino social value of pakikisama — getting along and fitting in with the group.
Examples
" Gusto kong makisalamuha sa mga bata. "
Natural Translation
I want to mingle with the children.
Literal Translation
Want I to-mingle with the children.
" Mabuting gawi ang makisalamuha sa mga bagong kasamahan. "
Natural Translation
It is a good habit to socialize with new companions.
Literal Translation
Good habit the to socialize with new companions.
" Mahiyain man siya noong bata pa, natuto siyang makisalamuha sa iba't ibang tao nang magtrabaho na sa lungsod. "
Natural Translation
Though he was shy as a child, he learned to mingle with all sorts of people once he started working in the city.
Literal Translation
Shy though he when child still, learned he to-mingle with various people when worked already in city.
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