Hanapin
to apprehend
01
aresto, dakpin
to arrest someone
Transitive: to apprehend sb
Example
The authorities successfully apprehended individuals connected to a major drug trafficking ring.
Special units are currently apprehending suspects involved in financial fraud.
With limited evidence, it was challenging for detectives to apprehend the mastermind behind the scheme.
02
maunawaan, makuha ang diwa
to mentally grasp or understand
Transitive: to apprehend a concept
Example
After numerous explanations, the students finally apprehended the historical context of the events.
With practice, the participants apprehended the nuances of the foreign language during the language course.
The teacher used various examples and analogies to help the students apprehend the complex scientific theory.
03
mag-alala, asahan
to expect something unpleasant or frightening to happen
Transitive: to apprehend an upcoming event
Old useExample
He apprehended the journey ahead, worried about the possible dangers.
She could n’t help but apprehend the consequences of her risky decision.
The soldier apprehended the battle, unsure of what awaited him on the front lines.
Halimbawa
The authorities successfully apprehended individuals connected to a major drug trafficking ring.
Special units are currently apprehending suspects involved in financial fraud.
With limited evidence, it was challenging for detectives to apprehend the mastermind behind the scheme.
The security guards were quick to apprehend the trespasser before he could escape.
The decision to apprehend the suspect was made after careful surveillance and analysis.
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